Driving electric vs. gas cars in Nevada: Which is cheaper?

Electric vehicles typically cost several thousand dollars more upfront than gas-powered cars. But as a recent New York Times report found, EVs often deliver far lower fuel and maintenance costs over time.

That same report compared what it costs in each state to drive 100 miles in an EV versus a gasoline-powered vehicle.

Charging costs vary widely depending on location. Electricity at fast-charging stations can cost two to four times more than charging at home, the Times reported. That makes fast charging more expensive than fueling a hybrid or gas-powered car for a 100-mile trip.

The U.S. Department of Transportation notes that fast chargers — typically found in public areas or along highway corridors — can power a car in under an hour. Home or workplace chargers usually take severa