The Reality
Average daily driving: 40 miles
Modern EV range: 200-400+ miles
Range anxiety is psychological, not practical
Why It's Largely Unfounded
Home Charging: You start each day with a "full tank." You'll never be caught with low battery during normal use.
Charging Infrastructure: Growing rapidly. DC fast chargers are available on most major routes.
Trip Planning: Modern EVs have built-in navigation that automatically plans charging stops.
Real-World Data: Studies show EV owners report less anxiety after a few weeks of ownership once they experience the reality.
Overcoming Range Anxiety
Start with home charging - wake up with full battery daily
Learn your actual daily needs (probably 20-40 miles)
Download PlugShare app to see all available chargers
Take a test road trip with charging stops
Remember: most EV owners say range anxiety disappears after the first month
The Bottom Line
Range anxiety is real for prospective EV buyers, but it quickly disappears once you own an EV. With home charging and growing infrastructure, running out of charge is actually harder than running out of gas. Most owners report that their EV has MORE than enough range for their needs.
