Rural living does come with challenges that urban living does not. A hybrid might be the best solution for that situation.
I don't think EV is the solution for everyone everywhere in its current state. Perhaps one day it will be as the tech improves.
I do think that most urban commuting could and should be done in EVs.
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https://yewtu.be/watch?v=mr7ZWJJdPV8