The most common worry among owners of new battery-electric cars is known as range anxiety. It’s really a combination of two concerns: is the vehicle’s range enough, and what happens when it isn’t?
According to an AAA study completed in 2019, eight in 10 electric vehicle (EV) owners had lost their concern over insufficient range, and seven in 10 were no longer worried about finding a place to charge their car’s batteries.
To address that second concern, AAA is launching roadside electric charging services in 14 cities for members who unexpectedly find themselves out of juice. AAA members can call for a mobile charging unit in 14 U.S. cities.
The roadside charge is provided to AAA members at no added cost.
Cliff Ruud, AAA’s managing director of automotive services, commented:
[AAA is] is also committed to supporting our members through big purchase decisions–like buying an electric vehicle. As automakers continue to incorporate advanced styling and the latest innovative technology into electric vehicles, we are committed to learning, developing, and servicing the vehicles our members are driving.”
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