Product prices in the U.S. are rising every month and consumers are struggling to pay their bills. It is, therefore, not surprising that gearheads have started prioritizing vehicles with low maintenance and repair costs. In October 2022, CNBC stated that 32 percent of Americans had paid a bill late in the past six months. But, that’s not all. Bankrate highlights that one third of drivers cannot afford unforeseen auto repairs. Additionally, 7.9 percent of drivers put off routine maintenance on their vehicles. In other words, many American car aficionados are having a hard time covering the costs associated with their vehicles. In this context, EV adoption is on the rise.