From Gas to Green: Why Our Family Switched to an Electric Vehicle
If you had told me a year ago that my husband and I would be buying an electric car I probably would’ve laughed. But here we are, my husband Josh and I made the leap to an EV, and it’s been one of the smartest decisions we’ve made, both financially and environmentally.
Let me tell you how we got here and why we haven’t looked back.
To say Josh did his homework is an understatement. For almost a year, he researched every EV out there: the F-150 Lightning, Silverado EV, Blazer EV, Lucid Air, Bolt EUV, Toyota BZ4X, you name it, we looked at it. Our trusty car was approaching 150,000 miles, and with Josh commuting 110 miles a day, we knew we’d need something reliable, long-range, and efficient.
He dove into the details: battery range, charging speed, cost of ownership, and how different platforms handled long commutes. I cared about those things too—but I’ll admit I was more interested in comfort, safety, and whether the tech would be easy to use. (Spoiler: It is.)
We test drove the Chevy Blazer EV and loved it. Once we realized we qualified and could use the $7,500 federal EV tax credit toward the purchase, it pretty much made the decision for us. That put a brand-new 2025 Chevy Blazer EV at the same price point as a used 2024 model. Getting the latest features, a fresh battery, and a full warranty? No-brainer.
We’d done the math, and once we factored in the monthly gas savings and maintenance costs (or lack thereof), the EV clearly came out ahead. So we bought new—and haven’t regretted it for a second.
This car is so smooth. I didn’t expect to love it this much, but I do. The ride is quiet, responsive, and has a kind of glide to it. The upgraded sound system is perfect for our music-loving family, and the ambient lighting at night feels like driving inside a spa. We also got a panoramic sunroof which is great heading into these summer days.
And the tech? Honestly, it’s been a game changer. Everything runs on Google—Maps, Assistant, even EV charger locations. I can control the climate from my phone, schedule it to my preferred temperature and have it be ready after charging, and keep an eye on our battery levels all through the app. It’s futuristic without being overwhelming.
But how do we charge it? We were nervous about this part—especially with our detached garage. But it turned out to be surprisingly easy. After a few quotes, we picked a local installer, and within two days, we had a Level 2 home charger up and running. We just plug in at night, and by morning, we’re ready to go.
The cost savings are real, too. We used to spend about $85 a week on gas. Now? We’re averaging $85 a month on electricity. That alone makes me smile every time we plug it in.
Would we recommend an EV? Without hesitation—yes.
Switching to an EV isn’t something you do on a whim. It takes planning. You have to think about your driving habits, your home setup, and what kind of tech and comfort you want. But if you take the time to do the research, like Josh did, it can be absolutely worth it.
Our 2025 Chevy Blazer EV has already proven itself, and we’re just getting started. If you’re considering making the switch, my advice is simple: don’t let the unknowns stop you. Ask questions. Take test drives. Run the numbers. Then plug in and enjoy the ride.
