Driving Electric to my Little ITALIAN HOUSE (Was it Worth it?)

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I drove from London to my Little Italian House in Fivizzano in an Electric Car! In this vlog, I compare the savings of driving electric, petrol/gas and flying!
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[@jackiesaylor2487]

The one thing you forgot to add in Julie is the hotel costs, food and other costs, that you wouldn't have had to pay for if you had flown. I wonder if the flying would have been cheaper had you added those costs in. Because I know feeding two teenagers ain't cheap. LOL.

[@lifeofisabel]

I agree!

[@deborahswanberg6144]

Also think that at least in America, most people already own a gas car, an electric car would be an added expense. My car is paid for, I'm not going to buy another. Gas or electric, so my gas vehicle is going to be the cheapest.

[@LCamp-cr7fs]

But add the cost of renting a car in Italy, which should balance it out again.

[@AvaT42]

I cannot see an electric car working or even surviving our northern Ontario winters, let alone driving on our major highways in bad weather.

[@joanneash3305]

And I cannot see an electric car driving here in Saskatchewan, Canada during the winter. What happens while driving across the prairies and you run out of electricity? We’d freeze during the winter. 🇨🇦. May be good for some but I don’t think us.

[@milaszczecina5553]

I'm just wondering how using electricity mean no carbon footprint.... No hate just asking respectfully 🙏

[@thomasmerkelbach6228]

Carbon footprint depends on how they produce electricity. In France a lot is nuclear, no carbon, there is also hydro, no carbon a d wind same. So low carbon footprint instead of burning petrol or diesel. Both of which are carbon.

[@jenniferheath6010]

The Lithium batteries in electric cars to manufacture would range between 3 tons and 16 tons of CO2 emissions. ❤️😎

[@wendygarborg7221]

We drive our Tesla from Oslo to S.of France three times a year. We have a dog and will not put her in a cage on a plane. We don't save a penny, but have learnt to appreciate that the journey is part of the holiday. Love to you and your family 🥰🥰

[@donnabaardsen5372]

I lived in Norway for years. It's very expensive, period. However, one doesn't really notice this because the standard of living is so high, and salaries make up for it. I like to fly if in a hurry, if not, driving in order to see and experience more. Driving here in the U.S. where distance's are vast, is especially enjoyable because every state is unique.

[@DH007-w2d]

Tout à fait, chère Wendy.

[@wendygarborg7221]

@@donnabaardsen5372 I hope you enjoyed your time in Norway as much as I do. The journey through Europe is always a treat for us as we try to find different stopovers in historical towns, wine districts and places of outstanding natural beauty.

[@crypturilia4568]

That’s beautiful, Wendy

[@wendygarborg7221]

@@crypturilia4568 Thank you

[@dermet12]

Still rather drive a fuel car to Italy regardless the extra money as the waiting around for the car to charge would drive me nuts

[@carolmcreynolds7761]

I think that was a very informative video for the electric car. But I have to ask, have you ever looked in to the strip mining necessary to make a battery. Have you looked into the lithium leach fields which are harmful to the environment. Have you looked into how a battery is disposed of when in is no longer viable ? A electric car weighs about 500 kg, to make a battery you need 10 tons of salt to process the lithium. 15 tons of ore for cobalt, 2 tons of ore for nickel, and 12 tons of ore for copper. A total of 200 tons of soils being excavated for a single battery. I’m all for personal choice, but too often we don’t know the full consequences of our choices. Please do not take this comment as criticism! I believe it’s more about education! Since you mentioned carbon footprint I thought you might want to know that you personally had a smaller carbon footprint but to make the battery there is a huge carbon footprint. I love your show Julie and I have not missed an episode. I just felt I needed to ask you to look into what it takes to make a battery for electric car❤

[@LCamp-cr7fs]

I have never compared the damage caused by either kind of car in detail. But let’s not fool ourselves. We expect perfection from a new industry by taking an all-or-nothing approach instead of looking at least harm done. I can charge my vehicle at home buying my electricity from a provider that uses renewable energy. I can plan my trips better. But it’s not just the environmental damage of fossil fuels, but also the political consequences of being dependent on dictatorial countries that are not allied.

[@jlt2726]

I agree with both of you, we have been conditioned to expect perfection, however, there are going to be consequences either way as well as being politicized depending on where you live. I live in the Permian Basin region which provides 40% of US Oil and has the capacity to provide US Oil for the next several hundred years. When it comes to batteries, the strip mining is more damaging as well as having less of the lithium not even discussing the issue of replacement battery costs. Costs are going to vary, however, here where I live replacing a battery is almost as much as the cost of the car itself, not to mention the hazards of battery disposal. Living out in the middle of no-where, electric vehicles are not practical and the entire electrical grid needs a massive update.

[@LCamp-cr7fs]

@JLT i Wonder whether and how much lithium can be recycled. Clearly a lot more brainpower has to be invested in energy storage development.

[@kathrynstemler6331]

I think we should probably focus more on designing better cities and public transportation than how we’re going to haul several tons of metal around with us everywhere we go.

[@TexasHomesteaders]

Tommy and I are in the automotive industry. The cost to repair an electric vehicle or replace the batteries is more than what we paid for our gas vehicles. lol. All depends on your finances and currently they are out of range price wise for most of us on a tight budget. Our electric grid can't handle our air conditioners (we get over 100f temps in summer) or freezing weather much less adding a car to the mix. Some day it may be plausible but not now. Beautiful trip.

[@gloriairomano5905]

However, you did not add the cost of lodging, meals, etc. when comparing the automobile trip with the airplane flight and it adds extra days to the trip.

[@jolynnaerobert3190]

Plus the cost of a TESLA for goodness sake! We cant all afford that at all. And this is the family that constantly begs for patrons and $$$..... I don't get it.

[@queens6583]

I live in the U.S. and we are way behind in regard to electric cars and having accessible charging stations all over the country. We just had a catastrophic hurricane in Florida where there were major power outages. If people took electric cars they would have been stranded on all highways out and then emergency vehicles would not be able to get to areas to save people. That is why we can never completely rely on electric vehicles.

[@jilledmondson6894]

Some electric cars in Naples Florida have started on fire since the hurricane went through. Naples did not get a direct hit by Ian but did have torrential rains and high winds.

[@maryannguess7115]

Ian was 5 degrees short of cat.5 🌀 🌀 hurricane..just plain beyond nasty.will take years to clean up..most people will not afford to rebuild their homes...its very sad.. and we deal with this weather EVERY YEAR FOR 6 MONTHS... Great trip Julie.France looks lovely..was that castle , an old school at one time??God bless everyone everywhere..Chio.

[@sjbock]

I live in hurricane country in Texas. During our last hurricane no one could buy gasoline for their cars or gas generators because the pumps as the gas stations run on electricity. Basically when a hurricane hits where you live you are screwed either way.

[@vjhreeves]

@@sjbock sure, but you may be able to track down a few gallons of gas and get them to your gas-powered car. Impossible with an electric. Electric vehicles make absolutely no sense, especially in areas that need to be evacuated.

[@maryjanekolesar8325]

Your italian is meravigliosa! Fluid, not awkward sounding, well done you!

[@AmericanViscountess]

Thank you! 😃

[@NellaLongo]

Love hearing about cost details. Whether it’s about the process of buying your house in Italy or travel cost. It’s so helpful and empowering! Thank you! ❤

[@heatherkerenza]

Loved this! My husband and I got the train from Cardiff to Tropea in June and it was one of the best things we’ve ever done. The public transport in France and Italy was so easy, clean and comfortable. Highly recommend!

[@feelgoodgoeasy]

hi julie, thanks for being such an accessible and down to earth person. love following you in your adventures. great travel vlog. :) many blessings to you and your family.

[@hubertl75]

The carbon footprint is important but stating that driving electric results in a ZERO carbon footprint is just not true, unfortunately. It is impossible to state (anywhere in the world) how the electricity you use has been powered. In France, it would probably be nuclear but in Italy or in the UK it most probably would be gas (and still coal for Italy). It is cheaper to operate an electric vehicle always IF and WHEN you do not take into account the initial investment in your vehicle! Loved your vlog by the way.

[@npglobalinitiatives]

What about accommodation costs for driving vs flying?

[@wendigeorge9477]

Wow!!! It’s really expensive to charge there! I don’t think I’ve even paid more than about $20 or so to fully charge my car in the US. As reference, I’ve been driving a tesla for 6 years now and have driven all over the SE quarter of the US by now. Edit: THANK YOU for taking us with you on your driving tour! It was truly lovely!!

[@natewag6580]

I also have a Tesla Julie . Many people don’t realize the impact the batteries have ie. lithium mines and the other materials in the batteries. I do not kid myself that I leave a zero carbon footprint. Where do you think the electricity that topped the car came from. I love your channel, but you definitely contributed to the carbon footprint.

[@LunaZane]

Completely agree! Also, the impact of where those batteries go after the short life is a major concern. But the immediate issue is how the electric grid will handle the problem of multiple electric cars. You’re just transferring your carbon footprint on to the electric company which is almost worse as small individual carbon emissions are easier for the earth to compensate than the big emissions from industry. Do not impact free and maybe a better choice but the lithium waste is a big concern.

[@annbottelli5682]

OMG!!!! You are going to have such an enormous electricity bill with the cost of electricity in Italy right now!!

[@genelane2243]

Your electric costs in UK and Europe are astronomical compared to my residential rate in Saint Louis MO. I can charge my Model 3 overnight at home for less than $4 (20% to 80% SoC). For the same 20 to 80 charge even the local Supercharger was under $20 the last time I checked. When I travel, I look for places to stay overnight that have Tesla Destination Chargers - always a full battery in the morning and lower cost than a Supercharger.

[@Holidaygal]

The price for gasoline in UK is significantly higher than in the US. We paid the average of $2.99/gallon for our trip out of Florida.

[@dianeprest9179]

How would a train compare?

[@luadraponies]

Please include electricity generation omissions. Lithium batteries are environmentally dirty.

[@MoonlightSonata214]

Love seeing how your little house is coming along, and I am so impressed at your kitchen backdrop for this video! How you managed to fit the cooking appliances and cabinetry into the arch so precisely is a marvel! You set a wonderful example in subscribing to a language-learning app because in every country, the thing that locals appreciate most is when a person attempts to communicate in their country's language no matter how well they actually do. It's the trying that will endear you to them. I highly recommend Babbel, and encourage everyone to not confine themselves to signing up for only one language. For only a tiny bit more, I got a LIFETIME subscription that allows access FOREVER to EVERY language Babbel includes, so do take advantage of that!!

[@irishinusa1615]

Great idea re content. 👏 👍👊 What were the hotel/accommodation (avg) costs? Loved this ❤️

[@thenatster4383]

My husband drives a Tesla. I was shocked by how fast it can take off! Hope you had fun cruising around! Love your videos!!!

[@My-cat-Kimchi]

Have you seen what it costs to replace your Tesla car battery?? I saw one estimate at 78k. 😮 I’ve had my Prius since 2008 and a new battery vs refurbished would cost me more than my car is worth. Have been replacing the refurbished one after another for 2 months because they are failing. Beware of electric/hybrid cars…..just saying.

[@jj-if6it]

Love it, would have been a fun trip and you see much more on the roads versus driving!

[@AmericanViscountess]

Definitely!

[@jj-if6it]

Haha you are so fit and dedicated to your health, I can't say I've ever seen someone doing yoga next to a carpark before!

[@Italiana911]

It would be interesting to know how much it cost you to charge the car from your kitchen too.

[@cricket8438]

The savings was certainly significant BUT I would have sent the other three people in the car and I would fly. The thought of 2 days in a car sends me into spasms. We do have a Tesla so I feel like we are doing our part. BTW, my husband and sons would NOT want me in the car either. I am the WORST car trip person in the world! 😂🤣🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@sharronandrews7675]

Thanks for the lesson! Your trip looked beautiful. Thanks for sharing❤️

[@AmericanViscountess]

You are so welcome!

[@misssilencedogood5968]

I see the price difference HOWEVER 🙂 you kept having to stop to charge lol Time is money, I would not have time for all of that oh my goodness 20-30 minute and you can only get 150 miles on 1 charge it is not feasible at all unless you don't have to be anywhere anytime soon. WOW and you had to stop in France and spend the night and charge again instead of driving straight through. In California driving from SF to San Diego you would NEVER stop over night you would just drive straight through 8 hours no problem. That saves money in the long run 1 price for a full tank with maybe 1 top off. Plus nuclear facilities power almost all electric in every country so while you are saving carbon emissions nuclear facilities are not only DIRTY but are a forever form of pollution not even talking about the toxic battery disposal and the components to make the batteries are a nasty "blood diamond" battery situation /colbalt. Over all it still seems like electric vehicles have a LONG way to go to become ethical, less toxic to the environment than fossil fuels, economical, practical and less time-consuming. Thanks for sharing! 😀

[@sandmangti7040]

Also calculate vehicle depreciation per mile. In order for electric car to be an option you had to buy expensive Tesla. What would cost be for cheapest gas car? How about a 5 year old high MPG gas car. The Tesla is a high cost. At your savings, how many years to better perform a used gas car on same trip?

[@carolkurlowich7388]

Zero carbon footprint? Did you factor in the resources used to make the batteries, the resources used in eventually disposing of the batteries, and the resources used in generating the electricity to charge them? Just wondering.

[@tabuhurt1593]

I don’t like to drive. I did think of the family bonding on the drive. I choose the most expensive, to fly. 😮 Lower carbon footprint is great. I have read that the strain on power grids overnight has huge impacts too.

[@GoingGreenMom]

How is the electric produces in Europe? If they are burning fossil fuels to charge the "clean" energy car, it isn't really 0 emissions.

[@mysticmimi3924]

What about the petro that’s required to man the Tesla charging stations? The carbon footprint?

[@bisonpaleofossilriveradven3528]

I don’t understand how your carbon footprint is 0? How was the electricity to fuel your car produced? Solar, wind or coal?

[@kamay9067]

What about the presumed rolling blackouts? I’d worry about driving an EV because of those and the soaring energy costs which are not going down. I think it’s great in theory if we weren’t facing those sky high rising energy costs/ and the possibility of the rolling blackouts. I love that you don’t have to fuel up but rather charge up though.

[@depocars]

Why nobody mansion how bad for a nature to produce those electric vehicles with batteries and all this stuff? It’s way worse than petrol ⛽️ cars

[@mnamber]

I am enjoying your channel. Don’t forget to add the increase in your electric bill at the cottage. 🇺🇸🇬🇧✌️❤️

[@beverlymacdonald]

Loved the video, I travel by car to most my adventures here in the states, I have only been to Canada outside of the states.( England, Ireland and Scotland are on my bucket list ). I love seeing the world through your eyes. I would love to have an electric vehicle but they are so pricey.

[@AmericanViscountess]

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[@SSSSongbird]

Lol...what car are you driving that gets 35 mpg?! But you have to take into account that you have to figure in the time you spend sitting and charging. And waiting if a supercharger isn't available. I'm not a fan of EV's I don't see myself ever getting one...I would MAYBE consider a hybrid but not anytime soon...my truck is paid for. No looking for another car payment for a while...but I'm glad you enjoy yours. 😉

[@maggirae1961]

Don't mean to be troublesome, but have you heard about the Tesla's exploding after the hurricane in Florida USA, you might want to research the problems with the batteries which are really expensive to replace if you can get them. Glad you had a good trip

[@jilledmondson6894]

Yes, I heard that in Naples, Florida electric cars were starting on fire and burning down houses.

[@vjhreeves]

Yep! The fire depts are instructing all EV owners to push them out of their flooded garages. Insane.

[@kimberlyhyde3040]

Julie did you include the electricity used in your car charging from your home in Italy?

[@jaytibbles2223]

You forget the SOURCE of the electricity. Your "carbon footprint" may not be as small as you were told it will be.

[@vjhreeves]

It's mind-boggling how EV lovers so conveniently overlook this fact.

[@tamiballard9444]

I like the idea of breaks to "charge up". My family hates that I have to stop often to get out/move around, and -back in the day - get away from their cigarette smoke! cough cough... that's no longer an issue, but I still like to stop and move around and explore where we are. For me, those mini-breaks to recharge a car would not necessarily be a disadvantage. Thanks for showing us your holiday!

[@spongebobsqueeze]

Love this video. So glad you had a lovely vacation and saved money. I would like to point out that had the costs been reversed and the electric been the more expensive the carbon savings would have made the electric drive worth while. Although money and time are important they are not necessarily the most important.

[@ChrisLovesThisGame]

I love Julie's energy. It's inspiring

[@rosemariedeschenes7013]

Thanks for sharing the costs. It seems like it was easy to find a charging station. Does Tesla give you a map/list of charging stations? I haven’t driven an electric car so this was very informative 😍😘

[@justme5544]

Chunnel cost is $172????????????????? OMG, that is insane! I won't whine about the Chicago toll road cost again.

[@dottieparker7274]

That is SO cool, I had no idea you could charge a Tesla from any electrical outlet. Loved all the rest, as well ❤️

[@sjbock]

I have reduced my carbon footprint by having bought and driven the same car for the last 29 years. It's a Volvo.

[@vjhreeves]

Same! Bought my Volvo new in 1994. JUST got rid of it this summer.

[@HerMuffiness]

This is one of the most informative videos I have seen about electric vehicles, as it chronicles your family’s actual journey. Thank you for breaking down the costs of all three modes of transportation. Again, very helpful!🙏

[@AmericanViscountess]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@rhondamartin3575]

Beautiful ❤️! I love the Italian language! My husband and I have traveled twice throughout Italy and loved it! I really want to learn their beautiful language one day! Stunning countryside! Thank you Julie!!!!!

[@georgeappleton9469]

Hey Guys! Thank you for all that!))) Very informative annnd Loved seeing the sites with ya’s on your holiday.))) Thank You for taking us along.))) LOved the music, as always!))) I didn’t look yet but I’m hoping the names of the songs are listed for us to be able to purchase them.))) Julie, your Italian is AmAAAzing!))) Good For You!)))))…You Go Girl!))))…And Your commitment to your yoga is admirable.))) So Happy For You Guys With Everything!)))) Love from across the pond Jacqueline

[@giselle4418]

Julie, I had no idea you could do handstands, and hold them for so long! YOUR'E A BEAST!! 🤸‍♀️🤸‍♀️❗

[@auroraborealis6009]

Just don’t drive into a really deep puddle.

[@ranchodiablaacres3967]

It might have taken longer to drive rather than fly, but I think you made the best choice by driving the Tesla. The journey is just as important as the destination.

[@GM-cq6ez]

Disappointed that you're supporting Elon Musk. Why? Is his brand a status symbol? There are other electric cars.

[@flower-ss2jt]

Love your channel - but disagree with you 100% over the electric car. The reason is that far more energy is used in the production of EVs than certain existing cars. Roughly around 25% more metal, the battery uses aluminium, copper, iron, manganese, cobalt, nickel, graphite and lithium. The extraction of these metals cause huge amounts of environmental damage. YOU do not see, or have to live with, that damage. Does the environment benefit from EV's? The air quality around you definately does, but what about the places where the extraction of minerals takes place? I'll tell you who does benefit - big business.

[@jacoe2159]

While you definitely saved CO2 for your electric journey, I don’t think you can state your carbon footprint was zero. To make that statement you need to know how the electricity was produced. Thanks for your Italian house videos. Very interesting and enjoyable!

[@Holidaygal]

320 miles is not a good mileage for most Americans. For those who drove to get away from Hurricane Ian that mileage would not get the majority of people out of Florida. Fort Myers to Pensacola is 586 miles (one way). Just driving Up to Tallahassee which was still within the hurricane cone is 394 miles, thus people would still be at risk at 320 miles and that is not counting sitting due to traffic delays which does use up the electricity in the electric car.

[@southernsunshine6154]

There is a substantial difference between the initial outlay in the cost of a comparably equipped EV and petrol auto. That needs to be figured in as well as maintenance. I know EVs come with a long warranty, but I purchased an 8 yr 100,000 bumper to bumper warranty on my Camry for less than $2k when is comparable to Tesla and I can get it fixed anywhere in the US. Lodging and meals that were necessitated because of frequent charging stops should have been included in costs. There is substantial carbon footprint created by EVs, because the charging stations, lines, power plants, etc . are all maintained by fleets of petrol trucks, machinery and backed up by massive petrol fueled generators. It doesn’t matter if they are nuclear or gas powered.

[@cynthiaolson959]

Just curious - you kept saying MY little Italian house vs OUR little Italian house. Do you own it individually and not as a couple? If yes, how did that come about? Thanks!

[@vjhreeves]

She actually addresses this in an earlier video if I recall

[@NekoMarietess]

The unfortunate thing is, it's not practical in a country like mine that has a power shortage (more like crisis!). Another unfortunate thing is, I live in a developing country where our petrol is sold at the same price as yours in Europe :)))

[@kennixox262]

Shhhh. Don't let the secret out about the beautiful parts of France and Italy. Let's keep the secret to ourselves to avoid the hoards of tourists. There is nothing like France and Italy outside of the cities and tourist areas. Always go to where the locals go.

[@beckyjohnstone1610]

What is the source of the power you used. Night time power often comes from coal fired power plants. The carbon footprint isn't zero.

[@normailiff5316]

Hi Don’t forget that travelling by car you would have to factor in hotel accommodation for four people and possibly for two nights. I must congratulate you on the style and finishing touches you have brought to your stunning Italian house.

[@ileensabean8765]

Ditto the comment that you haven't factored in the cost of hotels and meals along the way driving. Wanted to add that electrical energy generation often comes with an environmental cost. It can't really be 0 for the carbon footprint. Even if there are no emissions in the generation, there certainly is in the manufacture of those materials.I don't think green is always that green. One of your green energy companies is burning clearcut canadian forests and calling it 'biomass' and 'renewable energy'.

[@dja137music]

You actually need to add in the actual cost of the car when comparing electric vs gas. In addition you cannot say zero carbon footprint. That is incorrect thinking. Sorry. I can’t agree with your cost comparison. Love your channel. Beautiful video.

[@AmericanViscountess]

We save 670 pounds every month in fuel based on our monthly mileage. Hope that helps!

[@dja137music]

That does not take into account the monthly cost of a purchase of electric vs petrol. In addition though you are saving money on petrol the tax payers are bearing the burden of the charging stations. The electricity at those stations doesn’t come from the air. It comes from power plants. The batteries for these vehicles have a huge cost in dollars and carbon. Though it “sounds good” that you are saving dollars the reality is not being shown in its fullness. There is a lot more that goes into “costs”. Thank you for your concern for the environment.

[@vjhreeves]

@@dja137music THANK YOU! All the EV owners acting superior running on electricity. Where do they think that comes from?!

[@MsFeiji]

I don't see any links to info about where you stayed. The video says that info is provided "below" but .... not there.

[@CareyDaste]

I don't think that equates to a carbon footprint of zero. That electricity has to come from somewhere. Love the video and love the little Italian house!

[@dottiekraemer7038]

The other huge environmental concern is the battery- replacement in US is outrageous and disposal of these batteries is very caustic to the environment- the cost of the electric car is is quite expensive and not affordable for us

[@Murphlind]

Can imagine it wouldn’t be so relaxing and fun to stop and charge for 20 plus minutes if it was pouring down rain or other inclement weather. Or in the middle of the night.

[@terrecisco2467]

What creates the electricity in all of the various countries. I know there is some question about the carbon footprint being created to provide the electricity. I'm truly confused by it all. My decision to purchase an electric car is pending.

[@ilenehancock7595]

I am not sure how Europe generated power but if it is not nuclear you are leaving a carbon footprint. People when they talk about electric cars forget that the generation of electricity leaves a carbon footprint.

[@jannabors1961]

What family car gets 35 miles per gallon....?? What about the higher cost of the car versus an electric? The carbon footprint didn't include the energy used to produce the electricity for the car....I disagree with your #'s but like like you had a great time!!😊

[@jameshaddan8538]

Great video - thanks. Nester is so tall now, and before I looked closely, thought it was the Viscount!

[@katymcwhirter]

Love seeing this, but you gotta work on your green screen! Can’t wait for more content!

[@ruggledug]

Very interesting video. Do you also do your online conversational Italian tutor via babel?

[@sofiapedras5764]

I have in Lisbon timing consuming versus relaxation and costs

[@KenLuymes]

Very interesting episode. Greetings from NYC.

[@marjoried.finlay1772]

how wonderful you got a away. the drive was perfect.

[@tiblanes]

You forgot to add in accommodations and restaurant expenses on the car trips. 😉

[@rasp57]

A huge difference in price charging at home vs the supercharger.

[@kimglass4851]

Even though u saved some money. the end result cost wise is astronomical if say u need a new battery for your Tesla. I hear a Tesla costs 40,000 for a new battery and can explode when wet, vs. 100 dollars if a petrol battery goes out. I will stick to my gas lol

[@moxiemckeldrey5486]

Thank you for taking us along !!

[@cindicarnell81]

Can’t stop looking at your blue mug! I’ve just returned from Positano….is it from the Amalfi Coast? Love all your content!

[@AmericanViscountess]

Yes! Thank you!

[@carmelaaustin3594]

20 minutes to charge up 2 minutes to fuel up

[@BenBurgos-y3r]

What is the link for the babble discount

[@angelabatterman6381]

Beautiful scenery

[@MT-jx5lk]

one US gallon is equal to 3.78 liters

[@marilynwade9448]

Ahh. But we like to drive straight through

[@MohdshabbirShabbir-v6n]

Mohd Shabbir ❤❤❤❤❤

[@sroyal76]

I love that people desire to lower their carbon footprint. Unfortunately electric cars already have so much carbon footprint embedded once it hits the sales floor because of the batteries etc you have to drive it 20 years to break even compared to a new gas car. Now we are seeing more and more new electric cars batteries last around 10-15 years before they need to be replaced. Tesla replacement batteries cost between $15,000-$30,000 including battery and installation. Then you have that problem with a huge added carbon footprint to deal with. I don't know about you but any cost savings you make driving it now is offset by the $150-$300 a month you need to save to pay for the replacement battery. My suggesting is to sell or trade it in when you get close to 8 years old to avoid getting stuck with the replacement cost.

[@DrBLReid]

Very good Italian

[@bjstudio4865]

.plus the cost of the Tesla…

[@michelle9483]

thanks for all the info ..

[@blesskittens4484]

The price of a Tesla in America is prohibitive for middle income people. Perhaps the gas savings over time would offset the mammoth price tag of a Tesla. I don’t see many on the road here in the Midwest of America. Enjoyed the video. Wish you could compare total cost of trip including lodging and food on the road to flying. Can’t put a price on family time or beautiful scenery though! Thanks