A New Chevy Equinox EV For $28,000 (With Incentives) - CleanTechnica

The article addresses the common misconception that electric vehicles (EVs) are prohibitively expensive, highlighting recent examples of affordable new EVs on the market. Specifically, it focuses on the new Chevy Equinox EV, which has a list price of $34,000 but, with Colorado state incentives of $6,000, effectively costs $28,000. When factoring in potential fuel savings—estimated at about $90 per month or $5,000 over five years—and reduced maintenance costs due to features like regenerative braking and the absence of oil changes, the total cost of ownership could be as low as $23,000. This price is significantly below the average new car cost in the U.S., which is around $48,000. The article also emphasizes the broader economic and health costs associated with fossil fuel vehicles, which are not reflected in their sticker prices. It cites data showing that air pollution from oil and gas production contributes to thousands of asthma attacks, premature deaths, and billions in health-related