What happens if my EV runs out of charge?

Running out of charge in an EV is like running out of gas; the car stops and you need a tow or a mobile charging service. Unlike gas, you cannot walk to a nearby station with a portable charger for most situations. AAA and many roadside assistance programs now offer mobile EV charging trucks that can provide enough charge to get you to a station. The best prevention is using your car's range display proactively and not letting the battery drop below 10 to 15 percent in unfamiliar areas.