{"id":97,"date":"2022-02-20T19:05:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-20T19:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/?p=97"},"modified":"2024-10-23T10:03:54","modified_gmt":"2024-10-23T10:03:54","slug":"what-to-consider-when-going-electric","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/what-to-consider-when-going-electric\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Consider When Going Electric"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p>Are you ready to buy, or at least start shopping, for your first electric vehicle (EV)? Besides the choices you need to make when purchasing any type of vehicle (e.g. cost, color), there are some special considerations you should make when weighing the advantages and disadvantages of electric vehicles.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9892730250928050\"\r\ncrossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\nstyle=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\r\ndata-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\r\ndata-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\ndata-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9892730250928050\"\r\ndata-ad-slot=\"3124289227\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>But it\u2019s okay. You\u2019re in good company. Even in the past few years, EVs have made giant leaps forward in terms of capabilities and infrastructure. And consumers are responding to those positive trends by\u2026well, consuming. In 2021, global EV sales increased an impressive 168% with 2.65 million vehicles purchased (according to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ev-volumes.com\/\">https:\/\/www.ev-volumes.com\/<\/a>).&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>There are encouraging signs everywhere, but perhaps you\u2019re still not sure if an EV is right for you. Are you afraid you\u2019re just trading one set of problems for another? What, if anything, will you have to give up when you flip the switch? We\u2019ve assembled several items to consider as you begin looking for your vehicle.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong>Range&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>At the top of the list of concerns for most potential EV owners is range. Modern EVs will typically drive at least 200 miles before requiring a charge, which is plenty for daily, local use. We recommend that number as the minimum threshold when shopping for your EV, but if you are considering using your vehicle for something more than commuting\/errands, it is wise to look for even more range. Road warriors will be happy to see that several 2022 models priced between $40K-$100K are capable of driving 300+ miles between charges.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/EVrange-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-174\" width=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/EVrange-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/EVrange-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/EVrange-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/EVrange.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong>Charging, Home &amp; Away<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>A consideration that goes hand-in-hand with EV range anxiety is availability of charging stations. Most EV buyers will automatically invest a few hundred dollars in a home charger to make sure their vehicle reaches its maximum charge overnight, but what about that weekend journey to your favorite city\/winery\/state park\/ski resort, etc.? Will there be enough compatible high-speed chargers in your neighborhood, city, and state to make road trips a reasonable reality?&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Popular apps such as PlugShare and ChargePoint can show you exactly where (and how many) charging stations there are on your favorite routes. You\u2019ll be surprised. Many states already have respectable EV charging networks and others are soon to catch up, thanks to federal, state, and private industry investments.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/EVchagesymbol-min-1-1024x558.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-178\" width=\"1024\" height=\"457\"\/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong>Charge Time<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>EV charge times, while improving, still aren\u2019t as speedy as your typical gas station fill-up. For trips, be prepared to spend at least 30-40 minutes waiting for your EV to charge while you grab a bite and stretch your legs. Regular home charging will take a few hours, but is typically done overnight during off-peak hours while you sleep.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong>Performance &amp; Safety<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>When it comes to overall performance and safety, there\u2019s good news for EV buyers.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Electric cars tend to accelerate faster and smoother than gas vehicles, but that\u2019s just part of the story. Because of the unique, and more balanced, weight distribution of electrics, drivers enjoy a \u201crocket on rails\u201d feel that imbues even larger vehicles with sports car-style handling.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Performance, along with features and general customer satisfaction, all factor into <em>Consumer Reports<\/em> 2021 Annual Auto Survey, which claims that 3 of the 5 \u201cmost satisfying cars on the market\u201d are EVs. To see if electric delivers a charge to <em>your<\/em> driving experience, schedule a test drive at your preferred dealer.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>However, for many drivers, safety trumps speed and sportiness. There\u2019s something to get excited about in that regard, too.&nbsp; According to a 2021 report from the non-profit Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), \u201cEvidence is growing that electric vehicles are at least as safe as conventional ones&#8230;.In addition, an updated analysis of insurance data shows injury claims are substantially less frequent for such vehicles.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/EVPerformance-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-112\" width=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/EVPerformance-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/EVPerformance-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/EVPerformance-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/EVPerformance-660x440.jpg 660w, https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/EVPerformance.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div style=\"height:124px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong>Rebates &amp; Tax Credits<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>On the budget front, there\u2019s no doubt that you&#8217;ve noticed EVs tend to cost more than their gas counterparts. However, if you\u2019ve already found an electric car that is near or within your range, you might be able to shrink that purchase price with incentives offered by state and federal governments. Does the vehicle you\u2019re buying qualify for a rebate or tax credit? The answer is maybe.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Nearly all pure electric vehicles qualify for a federal income tax credit, ranging from $3,000 to $7,500, depending on year\/make\/model. Visit the Department of Energy\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fueleconomy.gov\/feg\/taxevb.shtml\">fuel economy information site<\/a> to discover specific dollar amount tax credits for any vehicle.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>State level incentives also exist and can amount to several thousand dollars, but eligibility is only available to buyers within a certain income range who have not previously taken advantage of the rebate. The best source for state-specific data on rebates and incentives is the <a href=\"https:\/\/afdc.energy.gov\/laws\/state\">Alternative Fuels Data Center<\/a>, also run by the U.S. Department Of Energy.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/EVtaxcredits-min-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-180\" width=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/EVtaxcredits-min-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/EVtaxcredits-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/EVtaxcredits-min-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/EVtaxcredits-min-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/EVtaxcredits-min-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/EVtaxcredits-min-660x440.jpg 660w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong>Long Term Battery Life&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>While most buyers don\u2019t give it much thought, you should ask your EV dealer how long your vehicle\u2019s battery is guaranteed for and what the cost of battery replacement for your make\/model is. EV batteries typically perform well for at least 200K miles, but you could see a degradation of battery retention, which equates to fewer miles driven between required charges, before then.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>And while many drivers tend to change cars before the 200K mark, the cost of battery replacement alone is several thousand dollars. Lucky for you, that cost is at least partially offset by the lower cost of maintenance for EVs. In fact, U.S. Department Of Energy claims driving EVs could save you nearly $10K in maintenance vs. traditional gas vehicles over the lifetime of your car.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong>Product Delays&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Do you have a lease ending? Planning on dropping off your old internal combustion engine vehicle and popping over to your local EV dealership to upgrade to electric?&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Not so fast. Like many other industries, automakers have faced considerable supply-chain and manufacturing challenges during the pandemic. Additionally, more brands have started requiring pre-orders and a small down payment before they even begin building your EV. As a result, some dealers have a wait list of months, not weeks, before they can deliver your electric vehicle. To avoid this frustrating and inconvenient situation, research the model you\u2019re interested in and confirm that you can take delivery at a time that suits your needs and schedule.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong>And Finally\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>There are many factors to consider when purchasing an electric vehicle, and some legitimate drawbacks, but we believe most consumers will be encouraged by the significant advantages of switching to electric. For the majority of drivers, there\u2019s never been an easier or more practical time to go from EV shopper to EV owner. In fact, with so many new model electric cars debuting this year, we are confident you\u2019ll be plugging in soon!\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Want to learn more? Contact local dealers to test drive a wide range of EVs including the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/deals?showRecommendedPrice=true&amp;make=Chevrolet&amp;model=Bolt+EV&amp;year=2021&amp;oem=GM&amp;trim=LT+-+%2436%2C500+MSRP*\" target=\"_blank\">Chevy Bolt<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/deals?showRecommendedPrice=true&amp;make=Nissan&amp;model=LEAF&amp;year=2021&amp;oem=Nissan&amp;trim=S+-+%2431%2C670+MSRP*\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nissan Leaf.<\/a><\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you ready to buy, or at least start shopping, for your first electric vehicle (EV)? Besides the choices you need to make when purchasing any type of vehicle (e.g. cost, color), there are some special considerations you should make when weighing the advantages and disadvantages of electric vehicles. But it\u2019s okay. 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