Why Drive an ELECTRIC VEHICLE?

Almost 5 million light-duty electric vehicles have been sold in the U.S. since 2011, and the market is growing. 2023 sales were up over 51%, compared to 2022, with 1,439,171 vehicles sold. Continue scrolling to learn why there’s never been a better time to invest in electric vehicles.


 

Benefits of Electric Vehicles

If you are thinking about your next vehicle purchase, consider an EV. There are now over 73 models of battery electric vehicles (EV) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) available in the U.S., and auto manufacturers are aggressively investing in EV technologies and rolling out new models each year. Plus, the nation's public charging infrastructure has more than doubled over the past two years and is poised to grow even more in the coming decade.

Cost-Effective

Electric Vehicles Cost Less to Drive

When you combine the fuel-efficiency of EVs and the relatively low price of electricity, driving an EV is typically three or more times cheaper than driving a gasoline-powered vehicle. In addition, lifetime maintenance and repair costs are about half, compared to gasoline-powered vehicles.

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CONVENIENT

Enjoy Convenient Charging at Home

You can skip the gas station and charge your EV at home overnight. EV drivers who install a 240V (Level 2) charger at home can charge their vehicles to capacity overnight.

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CLIMATE Friendly

Electric Vehicles are Better for the Environment

Climate scientists agree that vehicle electrification is one of the best ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Depending upon your utility’s generation mix, and whether you have solar or participate in a green power program, your carbon footprint from driving could essentially be zero.

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High Performing

Electric Vehicles are High Performance Vehicles

EVs offer fast, smooth acceleration, with most going from zero to sixty mph in under 8 seconds. According to Consumer Reports, EVs are even more reliable than cars powered by internal combustion engines. That’s because EVs are inherently less complicated, with fewer moving parts to break.

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EXPANDED RANGE

Electric Vehicle Driving Range is High and Growing

Americans drive less than 40 miles a day on average, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. The average range for 2024 model year EVs is 278 miles, with many models exceeding a range of 300 miles on a full charge.

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EV Facts

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Battery Electric Vehicle

EVs are 100% electric. They use an electric motor powered by a high-performance battery and do not use gasoline.
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Plug-In Hybrid

Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) have both a traditional engine and an electric motor that is recharged using a plug. The electric batteries for PHEVs are smaller than for EVs and provide a lower electric-only driving range. Most PHEVs operate on their electric motor until the available charge is depleted, then automatically switch to their internal combustion engine.
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Range

Range is the number of miles an EV can travel on its electric motor before being recharged. Most Americans drive less than 40 miles per day. The average range for 2023 model year EVs is 276 miles, with many models exceeding a range of 300 miles on a full charge, so most Americans driving an EV can go multiple days without recharging.*
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Charging

Charging an electric vehicle (EV) involves plugging it into either a wall outlet or an EV charger. The charging time depends on the power source and the vehicle’s charger capacity. Typically, an EV with a 10 kW charger and a 100-kWh battery pack takes about 10 hours to charge at home. Alternatively, a public DC ‘fast charger’ can reach 80% capacity in approximately 30 minutes.
*It’s important to remember that EV ranges are estimates, and can be impacted by things like driving style, terrain, and ambient temperature. For the vast majority of EVs, range is higher for city verses highway driving, as consumption increases at higher speeds and the car isn’t able to take advantage of regenerative braking. Daily driving routines can vary widely; consider yours when selecting the EV for you.
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