[Stu from NYC]

Originally Posted by jimjamuser

I have trouble understanding why many, many people have said that they like to drive "straight through" on long trips and would "go crazy" driving an EV and having to stop a WHOLE one hour to charge up from time to time. Especially when retired, I prefer to enjoy a long trip and stop "to smell the rose" and do some sightseeing and take a little walk or do some exercise. You can jump rope, throw a softball, and jog in most rest stops. Sitting constantly like an "iron butt" is bad for the blood circulation and health.

Another reason why driving an ICE straight through, iron butt style might NOT ACTUALLY be a TIME saver. IC engines break down MUCH more often than electric engines (we have all had that happen). Then, fixing the IC engine could take one day or even more if it is a weekend, or in between cities. (plus towing) (plus the cost of a motel) I don't believe that people are taking this factor into consideration - an ICE vehicle can slow down your long trip to a much greater degree (and make it a DISASTER) than the 1-hour charging required by an EV.

When we got see our grandkids we want to get there asap. Having to stop for an hour or more 3-4x would be a dealbreaker for me.