Buy an EV and put a charger in the garage to charge it at night, right?
Cheapest option for charging up, right?
Well here is something you don't hear the media talking about.
Most garages do not have the right electrical circuits to allow level 2 charger to plug in and operate.
First step, put an outlet in the right location, then run a conductor from the outlet to the service (breaker panel), typically the electrician wants to run the smallest legal conductor, but typically 1 step up is cheaper in the long run.
Then it is find room in the panel - electrician's answer - double up other circuits to make room.
Oh, lets not forget pulling permits!
If the house is per-1985, likely this can cascade into a new panel, new service entrance conductor, and maybe a new secondary (conductor that runs from the utility transformer to the premise).
In some states if the wiring is old enough, that level of work requires you to bring the system to code - which can include installing smoke detectors that are connected to the electrical system in all bedrooms.
Thinking of installing a bi-directional charger - add a transfer trip switch.
Want one of the newer, faster Level 2 chargers (19-28KW), you may need a second service, that includes a new secondary, meter, panel and wiring.
Cost? $3,00 for minimal work to over $50,000 for a complete electrical overhaul.
And we see this discussed in the media where?