When compared to gas, how much do Tesla batteries cost?

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Thanks to Tesla's advancements in battery technology,

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electric automobiles are now competitively priced with their gas-powered counterparts.

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Even though electric vehicle prices are often higher than gas-powered vehicle prices, Tesla's batteries are long-lasting

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and require less maintenance. The price of a Tesla can be reduced by federal and state tax incentives for its battery,

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whereas sudden increases in gasoline costs can increase the cost of driving a conventional vehicle.

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the cost of electric vehicles to gas-powered vehicles over their lifetimes. In the long run,

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electric automobiles powered by Tesla batteries may have a lower total cost of ownership than gas-fueled vehicles.

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