An electric vehicle uses advanced batteries and motors to produce zero exhaust emissions – this is hugely important given that fossil fuels produce harmful pollutants which contribute to climate change and cause respiratory issues.
Electric vehicles are quieter, reducing noise pollution. Furthermore, their reduced maintenance requirements help save on costs.
Save Money
As electric vehicle (EV) technology progresses, more consumers are considering switching to an EV as they can save on fuel costs. But whether an EV is cheaper depends on a number of factors including which model you select, driving habits and location.
Electric vehicles tend to cost less than traditional cars and SUVs due to having fewer parts. Furthermore, maintenance costs for these vehicles tend to be less than with ICE vehicles.
Electricity prices tend to be more stable than gasoline prices, making EVs significantly less costly to fuel if using time-of-use rates and charging their cars at home. Furthermore, you may take advantage of public charging stations where costs are generally reduced.
An electric vehicle requires more upfront capital than traditional cars, as well as potentially faster-charging chargers that require payment. While an EV may save money in fuel costs, it is crucial that you carefully calculate all potential savings before making a decision.
Save Time
Electric vehicle (EV) drivers benefit from not needing to buy gas, as they can charge their vehicles overnight at home or work and keep a full charge on board. Furthermore, fueling an EV is typically less costly than operating and owning a gasoline car, saving thousands over time.
Electric drivetrains feature fewer mechanical parts than their combustion counterparts, leading to lower repair costs in the long run. A typical EV usually features only 17 moving parts compared with over 200 for an internal combustion vehicle.
Drivers of electric vehicles can save time by bypassing gas stations, and enjoy quick acceleration and quiet rides without stopping for gas. Furthermore, by driving strategically they may save even more by charging during off-peak hours when electricity prices are cheaper or using eco mode to extend battery range. Some localities and utility companies even provide incentives for driving EVs such as HOV lanes – helping offset initial investments associated with purchasing an EV.
Reduce Pollution
By eliminating exhaust emissions from gasoline and diesel cars and trucks, widespread adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) reduces particulates and gases linked to heart disease, respiratory ailments, and cancer. Their environmental footprint further diminishes when their recharge electricity comes from renewable sources like wind or solar power.
Studies, such as those conducted by Argonne National Laboratory, Carbon Brief, Hannah Ritchie and Auke Hoekstra have conclusively established that on a lifecycle basis electric vehicles (EVs) are far cleaner than gasoline-powered cars – regardless of whether their fuel source comes from coal power plants or renewable resources.
One key limitation of EVs is their inability to reduce air pollution in every community; areas near powerplants — often minority communities — could experience some increase in ozone and ground-level smog as a result of switching. Still, overall carbon dioxide emissions decrease throughout all regions when their batteries are recharged using clean energy from the grid.
Reduce Range Anxiety
Range anxiety is one of the primary impediments to electric vehicle adoption. This term refers to drivers’ fear that their battery power won’t reach their destination or run out while on the road, though studies show this to be less of a concern with increased experience and expanding charging infrastructure.
Installing level 2 EV chargers at multifamily communities and workplaces will help drivers overcome range anxiety by providing an ongoing source of power on their routes. Furthermore, user-friendly apps that offer dynamic insights into station availability and reliability may further assist drivers by helping them plan out their journeys more strategically.
Reminder that electric vehicles experience greater range reduction in cold weather; therefore it is wise to plan accordingly if you live in a snowy region. Installing a heat pump into your vehicle and scheduling departure times may also help ease anxiety for long journeys.