Think about your next car, whether it’ll be your regular vehicle or your tow vehicle. Do you think it will be electric? Are you sold on the new Tesla? Do you like the way the new Ford Mustangs look? What about the Hyundai Ioniq?
It seems like almost every car manufacturer is making electric vehicles these days, and they’re gaining in popularity quickly! We bet you don’t even realize how many cars you pass that are electric. There are a lot of them on the road!
From sleek sedans to rugged trucks, the electric vehicle (EV) market is growing fast. And it’s not just the carmakers pushing forward—the infrastructure to support these vehicles is rapidly expanding too, with more charging stations popping up along highways and in cities across the country. In fact, some states are making major investments in EV-friendly policies, aiming to make electric cars more accessible and practical for everyone.
If you’re an RVer, you might also be thinking about how an electric vehicle would fit into your lifestyle. Would you consider towing your RV with an electric truck like the Ford F-150 Lightning (production may still be on pause) or the Rivian R1T? These models are designed to handle towing and hauling, with the added bonus of no emissions. But with electric trucks still being a relatively new option, there are still questions about long-range travel and charging convenience when you’re out in the wilderness.
Are the charging stations enough for you to make long trips to your favorite camping spots? Or will you still rely on your trusty gas-powered vehicle for now?
So what do you think? Are you sure your next vehicle will be electric? Think it’s likely, but you’re not positive yet? Or do you think you’ll continue to stay away from electric vehicles entirely? After you vote, feel free to leave a comment but leave politics out of it! Thanks!
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No this won’t happen. Guys I believe we’ve had this question before.
A hybrid yes, but not full electric. Name one RV friendly charging station that can accommadate the tow vehicle and travel trailer. All charging stations are designed for smaller, back-in/pull-in cars & SUV’s. That and it’s not like pulling up to a fuel pump and in minutes you drive away. A 120kw battery takes 1 1/2 hrs to recharge to 80% using a 150kw charger. And one Youtube video showed you’d be doing that every 150 miles. Ummm. How many campgrounds have EV charging stations? Get real.
Seeing more and more campgrounds with rules against charging any electric vehicle other than e-bikes and golf carts.
I own a F-350 Super Duty diesel and I’m 74 years old. There probably won’t be a “next” vehicle:-)
Hi, Richard. I own a ’75 Suburban and a ’97 T-bird, and I’m 78. I doubt I’ll be getting any more vehicles, electric or otherwise, anytime soon.🤣 Have a great day. 😀 –Diane at RVtravel.com
I’m all for it when the batteries become cold weather capable and they no longer are a fire danger.
Our Class C can go over 500 miles between fuel stops, although we seldom go over 250 to 300 miles, so an EV RV? Uh no. We would consider a little grocery getter if there was one available that could go 100 miles with the heat or AC running, and charge over night on 15 amps. That technology isn’t here yet, so no on that too. A toad like that with regenerative braking would be a big plus.
But won’t the regenerative braking kill your fuel mileage? Going a couple of hundred miles with the regen brakes engaged may be a heat issue. I would think that system is only for short periods like stopping at a intersection.
I am considering a hybrid but will not have an electric vehicle.
The nearest charging station is about 100 miles from us. And only about 85 charging stations in the whole state. No way
Electric yes, but 100% dependent on tethered rechargeable batteries? Unlikely. Let’s face it, diesel locomotives are actually electric – with big diesel generators on board. I have no issue with using an electric motor to move me. I want the source of electricity to be something other than a frame full of batteries.
Agree, Jim. I would consider a Hybrid, but not all electric. At least not at this time. I don’t have any problem with electric vehicles, just not the right choice for me personally and how I use my vehicles.
I will be 80 my next Birthday. None of the vehicles I have for the rest of my life will be electric.
Except your Jazzy scooter🤣
Electric vehicles use twice the charge to tow a trailer, tests I have read show electric towing isn’t ready for prime time. Fast charging isn’t good for the longevity of the batteries and with the cost of charging stations, gas and diesel is more economical for towing. I am not against electric vehicles but for around town and charging from home. We travel many areas where charging stations are few and far apart and many stations I see along the interstates are backed up. Still waiting for these major breakthroughs I keep reading about but never seem to make it to market. Ever since the 70’s these promises of breakthroughs have only disappointed.
Thank you for the question, RV Travel! Yes, I’d CONSIDER it, but if it can’t be towed 4-wheels-down, then it is a non-starter. However, that is all “sound and fury, signifying nothing” because DW has no interest or willingness to consider an EV under any circumstance. So, I answered for me, but, given that such major decisions are a corporate deal, it ain’t happenin’. Have a great weekend and safe travels!
We have a plug-in hybrid SUV used mostly for day to day errands (retired), tank holds 10 gallons and fill up about 2-3 months, plug in at home. Using 120 volt complete charge overnight, using 240 volt fill up about 2 hours. Usual electric only mileage is 26 – 30 miles. Even on longer trips mileage is near 50 mpg. (400 miles each way) Son-in-law is an electrician and wired in the 240 volt charger bought on Amazon using abandoned electric furnace circuit.
Now the not so good stuff: not good for winter driving as the engine doesn’t come on to provide heat and the seat heaters are good for just one part of the anatomy. Four wheel drive is not available. Still need to do oil changes.
I like hybrids, just not plug in hybrids. We’ve had a total of three. Presently a Kia, Sportage. GM has lost a lot of car sales because of no hybrids. Except for the Corvette.
My next car will very likely be an EV just not a Tesla.
Will there be a next car? I may have my keys taken away before it will be time for a new car!
Daily driver? possibly.
RV or Tow? Not likely!
When is someone going to release the results of the battery life in these ev’s and what do you do with the remains, i.e., body shell and components? Just throw it away? Recycle where and how? How do you justify the initial cost of an Ev which you mostly likely cannot update the battery system in any economic scenario? Reminds me of the “throw away cigarette lighters”. More plastic waste.
The Toyota Prius listed battery life at 8-10 years. BUT, shorter drives also shortened battery life. I’ve seen the same reports for Tesla. Then 10 to 20 thousand dollars for replacements.
I’ve never came close to those costs for any of my ICE vehicles.
Plus used EV’s are going to be hard to sell because of this.
Yes, recycling is another problem. Just more toxic waste sites.
No chance whatsoever.
An Electric car to drive around town, maybe if the price is low enough.
I was in my GMC dealer Monday to get an inspection. He has about three electric GMC Sierra’s pickups and a couple Hummers. So far he sold one Hummer. He’s had them awhile and they’re over $100,000. Haven’t sold any Sierra’s which are $100,000. Heard them talking about a dealer 60 miles away. Who had 40 GMC electric Sierra’s. Their conversation didn’t sound encouraging that they would sell them and the dealer with the 60 might get stuck with them. All trucks are too expensive and interest is too high. Plus I wouldn’t want my wife outside hooking up to charge her vehicle in the cold, windy, rainy and snowy weather.
Nope, my son bought a Tesla, had to have an electric outlet installed in his garage and ir’s still slow. Has to wait at a super charger station for a half hour. He hates it and is going to sell it. So no, not interested. Though I must say, it’s VERY fast!
In a straight line. Electric car party trick. Lets see how many laps they can do on a road course at full tilt. Not very many.
For how I drive, often 5 hour trips, to locations w/o super chargers is the problem.
Even if they have super chargers, many don’t work. My son just dumped his Rivian because of this.
Our current car is just a grocery getter. Longest run is maybe 100 miles round trip. Longer trips we take the truck. So yes, I would consider buying electric, just not a Tesla.
We live very far from most places. The truck tows the trailer and Nothing electric could tow it now. I would be interested in a hybrid car?
I have considered hauling one in my trailer behind the motorhome. My next new car will likely be a hybrid. I am more concerned with “sustainable” energy than renewable. The problem with solar and wind is the lack of sustainability.
Are EVs flat towable? When I bought my latest car, I looked at them and they were not.
I read that Ford will be walking away from electric pick-ups. “Walking away” is what you’ll be doing if you try to drive too far or when it’s cold in an electric vehicle – as in you are now going to be a pedestrian.
There needs to be a way to charge the electric vehicle when towing it. Probably a long wqy off before that happens.
My TOAD is a PHEV, does that count?
Rented a hybrid minivan last month – didn’t even realize what it was until the dashboard asked if I wanted to use the EV mode. No difference in driving, except maybe more pickup which I didn’t use. Took about two gallons of gas after a week of driving around suburban Miami. I definitely would consider a hybrid if it could be towed on all four.
I don’t know if any EVs can be flat-towed, but I do know they are heavier than our CR-V, cost more, and my Honda isn’t affected by driving conditions like EVs seem to be.
No next vehicle for me. I just had my wife’s 1997 Lincoln Town Car, her grocery getter, gone thru from top to bottom and front to rear. Next for rehab is my ’97 Miata. The 2014 Roadtrek has a long way to go yet. I just heard about a telephone that you can carry in your pocket. What will they think of next?
Possibly, but certainly not a Tesla! Maybe if the BYD’s come to Canada.
Why all the hate for Teslas? I’m no battery power fan but I don’t get it.