From the article: $...$the three top$-$selling electric vehicles in $2022[$were$]$ the Tesla Model Y$,$ the Tesla Model $3$ and the Ford Mustang Mach$-$E$...$ The MSRP $[$manufacturer$$s suggested retail price$]$ on a Tesla Model Y$...$ is over $$65,000$ for a vehicle with an EPA estimated range of $330$ miles. This compares with a similar Mercedes GLC at $$43,850$ or BMW X$3$ at $$44,495$gas$-$powered alternatives that also have $30\%$ greater range.$$ Why did many consumers prefer to purchase gasoline$-$powered vehicles rather than electric vehicles in $2022?$