Totally with you on the paper map thing. I keep one tucked in my glovebox—saved me once when my GPS went haywire in the mountains. Tech's great, but sometimes old-school just works better... peace of mind counts for a lot.
Haha, paper maps are great, but have you ever tried asking for directions at a gas station lately? Last time I did, the guy looked at me like I'd just stepped out of a time machine. But seriously, what happens when your EV decides it's nap time in the middle of nowhere? Do you just sit there and contemplate life choices, or is there some secret handshake to summon roadside assistance?
I drive a classic car, so my version of "range anxiety" is wondering if I'll make it to the next gas station before my fuel gauge needle hits rock bottom. But at least I can carry a spare gas can—what's the EV equivalent, a spare battery pack in the trunk? Or maybe a really long extension cord? Jokes aside, I guess every vehicle has its quirks. Old-school or high-tech, seems like we're all just trying to avoid that awkward roadside moment...
Had a similar experience last summer on a road trip with my buddy's EV. We misjudged the range (rookie mistake, I know...) and ended up stranded about 10 miles from the nearest charger. Turns out roadside assistance for EVs is pretty much the same as regular cars—they just tow you to the nearest charging station. No secret handshake, sadly. Lesson learned: always leave yourself a buffer, because pushing an electric car isn't exactly fun.
Haha, your story brings back memories. I haven't had the pleasure (or should I say misfortune?) of pushing an EV yet, but I've definitely been there with my trusty old gas guzzler. Thought I could squeeze out a few extra miles on fumes alone—spoiler alert: I couldn't. Ended up hiking to the nearest gas station in dress shoes... not my finest hour.
But seriously, good tip about leaving a buffer. I've been considering switching to electric for budget reasons, and range anxiety is probably my biggest hesitation. Glad to hear roadside assistance isn't some complicated EV-exclusive club—though a secret handshake would've been pretty cool. Guess I'll just stick to planning ahead and keeping snacks handy for unexpected pit stops.
Honestly, range anxiety isn't that big a deal once you get used to it. I've driven electric for 3 years now—never stranded yet. Just check your route beforehand and keep an eye on your app... you'll be fine.
