Electric vehicles (EVs) operate using an electric motor powered by a large capacity battery and require far fewer mechanical parts and maintenance than traditional cars.

If your budget allows, leasing an electric vehicle (EV) may be your best bet. Many manufacturers provide closed-end lease agreements which protect from depreciation.

Zero tailpipe emissions

Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) run solely on electricity without burning any fuel, thus eliminating emissions at their tailpipes; however, their carbon footprint depends on where energy for their operation comes from.

Operational emissions account for the largest portion of electric vehicle life cycle emissions, followed by production of high-voltage lithium-ion batteries and vehicle assembly/logistics costs. Yet despite these impacts, electrifying light-duty vehicles (LDVs) would reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 59% more than their ICEV counterparts.

Electric vehicles (EVs) do not produce greenhouse gas emissions while driving; however, non-exhaust emissions such as those created from brake wear, tire debris and road debris may arise from driving them. Although such emissions cannot be eliminated completely using renewable sources to power EVs instead of gasoline cars in urban settings. Even after accounting for such emissions EVs often produce lower lifecycle GHG emissions than gasoline cars overall.

Reduced air pollution

Electric vehicles (EVs) produce zero tailpipe emissions and significantly reduced greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions over their lifecycle, relative to gasoline cars. However, electricity production may produce GHG emissions in certain geographical areas.

Unlike traditional vehicles that require frequent oil changes, electric vehicles (EVs) can go hundreds of miles between battery recharges depending on their model. By employing regenerative braking technology, most EVs also generate electricity that helps charge the batteries as you drive.

Lithium-ion battery technology in electric vehicle batteries offers greater driving range and up to 10x the cycle life of older lead-acid technology, and can be charged via standard 120 Volt outlets or dedicated 240 Volt charging stations in homes or businesses. Drivers of electric vehicles can even mechanically swap out batteries at special EV stations in minutes to increase driving range even further.

Reduced greenhouse gas emissions

Transportation emissions are one of the primary contributors to greenhouse gas emissions, yet electric vehicles (EVs) have smaller carbon footprints than their gasoline-powered counterparts. Even taking into account energy intensive manufacturing of high performance batteries, EVs are the more eco-friendly choice than their gas counterparts.

Advances in lithium-ion battery technology have greatly increased energy density and lifespan, enabling electric vehicles to travel greater distances on one charge. Meanwhile, growing fast charging networks help alleviate range anxiety and make long-distance trips more practical.

All-electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) run on electricity generated using renewable or low-carbon sources, with their carbon footprint dependent on which source was chosen to power their electricity production. As these carbon footprints differ depending on geography and energy mix used to power production, EVs’ carbon footprint varies accordingly.

Reduced noise pollution

A quieter world is healthier world; prolonged exposure to traffic noise can cause hearing loss, tinnitus, depression anxiety and insomnia – as well as electric vehicles (EVs), which are much quieter than their petrol or diesel counterparts and help combat noise pollution.

Electric vehicles use batteries to power their motors, meaning that when driving down the road they don’t produce the same sounds that a gas-powered car might. Instead, any noise produced may come from either their tires or wind resistance at high speeds.

Electric vehicles (EVs) can travel long distances between charges, with faster driving or climbing hills reducing range. Over time however, batteries do degrade gradually; however, many last many years and tens of thousands of miles before their capacity starts decreasing significantly.

Reduced maintenance

Electric vehicles (EVs) utilize an electric motor instead of traditional internal combustion engines to propel their wheels, drawing energy from a high-voltage battery pack that can be recharged at home or public charging stations.

Electric vehicles generally require much less maintenance than their gasoline-powered counterparts, with no oil changes needed and longer intervals between replacements thanks to regenerative braking systems.

Electric vehicles (EVs) with range-limited batteries will need to be charged periodically depending on speed and terrain, however this can be mitigated by charging during off-peak hours or using special rates offered by certain utilities. Some models also require periodic coolant or transmission fluid checks; however, battery lifespans tend to be long; many manufacturers offer 8 year/100,000-mile warranties on these EV batteries.