Electric Vehicles: A Smart Alternative to High Gas Prices

0:00It's March 27. You're listening to Birmingham News today, AI-powered local news. Gas prices keep climbing nationwide, nearing $4 a gallon on average, and hitting $3.64 in Alabama. That's up a full dollar from just a month ago, putting real pressure on drivers' wallets. Meanwhile, clean fuel advocates point to electric vehicles as a smart alternative, especially with charging stations exploding from a handful 10. Years ago to over 500 across the state now. People behind the push, like those from the Alabama Clean Fools Coalition, share stories of huge savings. One driver covered $3,300. Hundred miles this year for under $300 in electricity, less than $100 a month even in a big truck. Experts at Triple-A confirm the fuel costs are way lower for electrics, though the upfront price tags more. The relief is coming with a flood of used models from expiring leases, plus rebates from power companies for home chargers.

1:00For anyone easing in slower, propane conversions offer another clean option used in fleets by buses and police cars. Check out the Drive Electric Alabama event at Pepper Place Market on April 25th to test drive some and talk to owners, could be the nudge you. Needless prices stay high.