EV, Hybrid, or Gas? We Know Which One Is Losing You Money Every Month

The $7,500 discount you used to get on electric vehicles has officially gone away. Now that the federal discount is no more, the fundamental question remains: Is it actually cheaper to skip the EV and stick with a gas car? We made it our mission to find out.

The total cost of ownership (TCO) is the only math that matters when buying a vehicle. That TCO includes everything from maintenance and depreciation to fuel costs-and that's exactly where EVs still pull ahead.

According to auto experts, when you take the full picture into account, electric vehicles are usually the cheaper option in the long run. We did the calculations to show you exactly how the costs break down so you can make a smart comparison before your next big purchase.

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