Theo Lindqvist
EVs, running costs, and the numbers behind owning a car
Portland, OR
Theo Lindqvist covers electric vehicles and the real math of car ownership for Motors & Minds. An engineer and long-time EV owner, he cuts through both the hype and the panic with independent data — range, charging, and total running costs — so readers can decide with open eyes.
What Theo covers
- Real-world EV range and charging
- EV vs gas total cost of ownership
- Depreciation and running costs
- Whether an EV fits a given lifestyle
- Home vs public charging economics
Articles by Theo
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EV vs Gas Car: The Real Cost of Ownership Over 5 and 10 Years
EV or gas? Here's the real 5- and 10-year math: purchase, fuel, maintenance, and what changes everything—home charging, tax credits, and your annual miles.
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How Far Can an Electric Car Really Go? Real-World Range Data
EPA ratings vs. reality: expect 10–30% less range in daily driving, up to 40% loss in winter. Here's the data on real-world EV range, cold weather, and degradation.