I'd counter that with the Big 3 gas car you generally know what you're getting yourself into when you buy it. Additionally, while the maintenance could very we

I'd counter that with the Big 3 gas car you generally know what you're getting yourself into when you buy it. Additionally, while the maintenance could very well be annoying and expensive, it would be very unusual if either the spare parts or someone to do the service wasn't available for 10+ years after you purchased the car new. If I decide to buy a Toyota Camry and keep it for 10 years, my biggest risk is dying of boredom. If I decide to buy a Xiaomi EV and keep it for 10 years, I am risking it becoming a brick after 5 or less. If you want to take that gamble, I am all for it - I get to learn from your experience.