The cheapest electric cars and SUVs fit almost every budget. The field of cheapest electric car keeps expanding (and improving), with several new models appearing for under $40,000 recently. Many ...

The market is being saturated with affordable late-model off-lease EVs that can save buyers a hefty wad of cash up front and even more down the road.

EVs are already cheaper to own and operate than gas-powered cars—and used EVs are an especially good deal right now. If ...

As CNET's expert on all things automotive, the question I've gotten most from people facing high inflation, tariff spikes and the end of the federal EV tax credit has been: "Is now a good time to buy ...

The need for affordable electric vehicle options has become even more apparent after the $7,500 EV tax credit ended in September 2025. The low-cost Tesla Model 3 introduced last year already starts at ...

Steep depreciation and improving reliability are drawing more Americans to used electric vehicles, turning the pre-owned market into a key entry point for buyers priced out of new EVs as federal ...

Electric vehicles are meant to be affordable and accessible, especially when you break down their cost over time. They don't require traditional fuel, often deliver an extended mileage range, and also ...

Electric vehicles are gaining popularity, but questions about maintenance costs persist. These models show how affordable EV ownership can be.

As CNET's expert on all things automotive, the question I've gotten most from people facing high inflation, tariff spikes and the end of the federal EV tax credit has been: "Is now a good time to buy ...