Electric cars EVs are all the rage right now. People generally prefer them because they’re greener, quieter, and often more fun to drive than gasoline-powered cars. But one sticking point in the EV revolution is charging. While there are more charging stations than ever before, there still aren’t enough of them. And depending on where they’re placed, driving long distances in an EV can feel like a bit of a gamble.
This week on Gadget Lab, WIRED staff writer Arian Marshall joins us to talk about the current state of EV charging, the feeling of “charging anxiety,” and whether people really should be all that worried about all the EV battery fires we’re seeing in the news.
Show Notes
Read Aarian’s article on the current state of EV charging pricing: Aarian writes about all things electric vehicles and transportation for WIRED.
Recommendations
Aryan recommends three episodes of PJ Vogt Search engine A podcast featuring Ezra Klein. Mike recommends films by Agnès Varda. The Gleaners and Me Since 2000. Lauren is off this week.
Follow Aryan Marshall on social media @Ariane MarshallLauren Good @Lauren GoodMichael Carole is @snackfight. The main hotline is @Gadget LabThe show is produced by Boone Ashworth (@).Boone Ashworth). Theme music is by Solar Keys.
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