what does that 400 gal tank cost to fill even at ‘good’ prices?

my solar panels scoff at the prices entirely.

 

Something showed up on my sm. The poster posted how much oil costed in 2022 and now. I was curious and did a search...

Oil surged past $100 in March 2022, with some benchmarks hitting over $120–$127 per barrel in the first half of the year.
As of March 16, 2026, oil prices are elevated due to geopolitical tensions, with global benchmark Brent crude trading around $101–$103 per barrel and U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude hovering near $95–$98 per barrel.

Why/what are we complaining about?
It may look like one less thing to care and worry but at the same time it will induce more than one in return. It's not that simple one to one comparison.
It's obvious that charging at home is a big saving when compared to pumping. But if you're talking about saving, you need to look at a bigger picture. Some states you have to pay more for registration. I don't remember how much but my insurance went up significantly, very noticeable when I switched to Tesla. My previous vehicle was worth more than the Tesla and I have good driving record too. I left Tesla not because I didn't save but there was really no saving in my case. Maybe if someone drives a lot, that will start showing.

 

I was waiting for someone to mention that.

 

My charging ranges from free to 12.7c per kWH. We have a $121 annual EV fee. My truck costs me around $300 per 6 months for full coverage.

 

Diesel just hit $5/gal here.

I have yet to even think about switching to EV. Not gonna happen.

I buy 40 gallons of diesel at a hit. My friend down the road has 600 gallons he paid $3.10/gallon for about a year ago, so right now I just buy from him. LOL

 

And with all due respect, what about the majority of people who don't drive diesels, and don't have access to a 600 gal diesel tank in their back yard? And also with all due respect, most people don't like diesels, and don't like the way they drive and sound. Unless I towed giant loads, I would never want to own a diesel. Just like you would never drive an EV, I would never in my life own a diesel

 

Higher energy prices, including oil, will increase prices for basically everything. Plus most people dont have a charger wired up or simply cant. Spending 30 to 40k to save $10 at the pump makes no sense only to regret it later.

 

And where did you get $30k to $40k?? I spent $500 on my charger and about $1500 for a 240v circuit, which ended up paying for itself. No regrets here, I'll never buy another gas car unless it's a weekend car for nostalgia

 

I’m assuming he means you have to buy the EV first.

 

The cost of switching from ICE to an EV after trade in.

 

My brother in law payed more for his wife's Toyota crown hybrid than I payed for either my Model Y or 3. Maybe he should buy a bicycle.....

 

Nobody is saying switch from ICE to EV to save money. If you have an ICE that you bought recently, just keep driving it

 

Have you seen the post I was replying to?

 

Nobody?

 

Nobody is going to make a decision to buy a new car to save money on gas alone. BUT, when people are considering buying a new car it impacts their decision making for sure.