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Just compared my old gas mower to an electric one after using both for a full season in my yard
The electric one cost me $30 total to run all summer, while the gas mower needed over $120 in fuel and oil, plus it was way louder and smelled bad.
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keithharris4mo ago
You really have to wonder though, how long before battery tech catches up completely and gas mowers are just a pain no one wants to deal with anymore? Like, what's the tipping point going to be where the upfront cost of an electric mower stops being such a barrier for people on a tight budget? Was the battery still holding a good charge by the end of the season or did you notice any drop off in power? I bet within five years the noise and smell alone will make gas feel as old fashioned as a garden hose made out of lead.
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nancy_butler5mo ago
I always thought electric was just a fad, but seeing the real cost difference like that is pretty convincing.
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lilycraig5mo ago
Exactly! It's like how everyone mocked smartphones at first, but now we can't live without them.
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