[tredre3]

I find it interesting that only a few days ago you were arguing that oil is very important because EVs are too expensive and nobody can afford them.

So is America rich or poor? Because Europeans, that you claim to be dirt poor, can afford EVs just fine?

[drnick1]

All of these statements are true. America is far richer than Europe overall. Oil is still immensely important, and energy independence is clearly important for strategic reasons. EVs are also still too expensive. The Slate truck might change that, but until then a used gas car probably makes more sense unless you really value the EV driving experience and are willing to spend the money for it.