Electric car is is having a moment. People generally like EVs because they’re greener, quieter, and generally more fun to drive than gas-powered cars. But a sticking point in the EV revolution is charging. There are more charging stations than ever before, but not enough. And the way those charging stations are distributed can make long-distance EV driving a bit of a gamble.
This week on Gadget Lab, WIRED editor Aarian Marshall joins the show to talk about the state of EV charging, what it’s like to feel “charge anxiety,” and whether people really need to worry so much about the EV battery fires in the news.
Show Notes
Read Aarian’s story about the current state of EV charging price. The Aryans writes for WIRED about everything tram and traffic related.
Recommendation
Aarian recommends three distinctive episodes by PJ Vogt Search Engine Newsletter Featuring Ezra Klein as a guest. Mike introduces Agnes Varda’s film The Collectors and I since 2000. Lauren is coming out this week.
Aarian Marshall can be found on social media @AarianMarshall. Lauren Goode is @LaurenGoode. Michael Calore is @snack. Bling main hotline at @Utility lab. The show is produced by Boone Ashworth (@booneashworth).Our theme music is Solar Key.
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