Are you in the market for a new vehicle? Choosing an electric car will have you adventuring in an innovative and life-saving way! Electric vehicles (also known as EVs) come in three major categories:
- Battery electric cars: Run with electricity stored in a battery pack.
- Plug-in hybrids: These combine gas or diesel engines with an electric motor and a large rechargeable battery.
- Fuel cell cars: The motor is run by electricity produced by split electrons from hydrogen molecules.
No matter which type you choose, electric vehicles have many advantages over traditional fuel cars. Here are our top five reasons you should choose an electric vehicle.
1. Eco-Friendly
Electric vehicles do their part in lessening the carbon footprint by producing far less emissions than their counterparts. By not emitting polluted air, EVs emit only a third of lifetime emissions compared to gas-powered cars. This feature makes electric vehicles a great choice when thinking about how you can reduce your contribution to global warming.
2. Spend Less on Gas
Gas prices are increasing, and it feels like there’s no end in sight. Fueling up your gas-powered car is getting incredibly expensive. In the U.S., the median savings of switching to an electric vehicle is up to $1,000 a year from cutting gasoline costs alone! And with more and more charging stations being installed around the country, it’s getting easier and easier to charge up electric vehicles. Imagine not needing to spend extra money on gas on your local trips because you’ve charged up your car from the comfort of your own home.
3. Cost-Effective
Due to the nature of electric vehicles, maintenance costs are considerably lower than that of gas-fueled vehicles. Electric cars don’t require things such as oil changes, transmission servicing, air filter replacements, and more. The average EV owner saves over $1,500 on maintenance costs alone over the gas-powered car owner!
4. Better Performance
Electric vehicles provide the driver with a better driving experience by generating torque instantly. This design feature allows the vehicle to accelerate and deaccelerate at a much faster rate than fuel cars. In other words, you’ll be smoothly driving off and coming to a stop with your EV. They also have a low center of gravity that improves the handling and responsiveness of your vehicle.
5. Convenience
One of the most convenient things about having an EV is the option to have a residential charging station installed in your home. You won’t have to worry about stopping somewhere to charge. You’ll be able to charge your vehicle in your own driveway!
If you’re thinking about making the switch from gas to electric, this is your sign! More and more people are deciding to add in their very own charging stations in their homes. With the help of our top-rated professionals at Bud Anderson, you can have yours installed too. You’ll be able to select from our wide range of options from leading manufacturers and sit back while we install your EV residential charging station.
