My EV Decision Journal
By LarryLeo · Started October 2026 · Updated as my research moves along
This is where I keep track of my own decision: should my next car be electric? I'm sharing it openly, including the parts I haven't worked out yet.
What I'm trying to figure out
- Will an EV actually cost me less per year than a gas car? (I'm using my savings calculator to check.)
- What will a home charger and installation really cost at my house?
- Are public chargers near me reliable enough for road trips?
- Which tax credits or utility rebates can I still get?
Cars on my shortlist
I'm comparing popular models, starting with what each one needs for home charging:
Journal entries
October 2026
Started the site to organize my research. Read up on the federal tax credit changes, home charging costs and charger types. Next up: getting an electrician's quote for a 240V circuit.
I'll add new entries with real quotes, test drives and numbers as I get them.