Independence. It is possible and practical for those who are not price sensitive, have a private home, and do not regularly drive more than 150 miles away from

Independence. It is possible and practical for those who are not price sensitive, have a private home, and do not regularly drive more than 150 miles away from home. PV Solar + inverter, (optional batteries,) and you don't have to rely on anyone but yourself to be mobile. Of course there are limitations, but there is no option to be independent in the internal combustion model.