Here's How Much Your EV Range Anxiety Drops When You Actually Own An EV

"The fear of being stranded while waiting for a tow truck because an electric vehicle ran out of charge is enough to push many people to stick with gas cars. But here's the good news: that outcome is thankfully very rare. And if you're willing to take the plunge on an EV, you will almost certainly find yourself with far less range anxiety than you did at first."

"A study the company conducted shows that range anxiety decreases the longer you own and drive an EV. Based on 2025 data from the nonprofit group Plug In America, persistent range anxiety exists among 48% of buyers before an EV is purchased, but it then drops to 22% after actually owning the car. In other words, once you actually drive an EV, most of your range fears go away."

Range anxiety declines substantially with EV ownership and experience. Plug In America 2025 data shows persistent range anxiety among 48% of buyers before purchase, dropping to 22% after ownership. Pre-purchase range anxiety fell about 21.7% from 2024 as vehicle ranges grew and charging access improved. Surveys indicate familiarity, experience, and understanding driving habits reduce range fears for most owners. Average American daily driving is roughly 30–40 miles while modern EVs commonly offer around 300 miles of range, narrowing the gap between perceived and actual need. Increasing range, more charging options, and owner experience make being stranded very rare.

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