Automotive news sources have been abuzz with electric vehicle features lately, as more designers, manufacturer, and BEV (battery electric vehicle) hopefuls introduce technology and platforms that will lead away from internal combustion power sources.
But for those of us up here in rural areas, charging options are a real concern.
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