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Driving an electric vehicle is not always cheaper than refueling in holiday countries

Driving an electric vehicle is not always cheaper than refueling in holiday countries

Travelers driving abroad face significant price variations in both fuel and electricity costs depending on the destination. Consequently, driving an electric vehicle is not consistently cheaper than using traditional fuel in all vacation countries.

Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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