XPost: rec.food.cooking   
   From: zed@is.dead   
      
   On Wed, 11 Feb 2026 20:01:05 -0800   
   Roger Rhino  wrote:   
      
   > Mars Sellus  wrote:   
   > > Roger Rhino  wrote:   
   > > > > Ed P  wrote:   
   > > > >   
   > > > > > Given the complexity of new cars, I won't own one out of   
   > > > > > warranty   
   > > >   
   > > > You should consider an EV.  They are simple and low-maintenance,   
   > > > and easier & way more fun to drive than gasbangers.  Electricity   
   > > > is also a lot cheaper than gas.   
   > > >   
   > > > For most people, there's not a very good case for gas cars.   
   > >   
   > > Urban or suburban use favors EVs - road trips not at all.   
   >   
   >   
   > EVs are great for road trips if you can use Tesla charging stations.   
   > The others may be hit or miss.   
      
   Which means major interstates only, not 2ndry, US, or state and   
   county roads.   
      
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