23 Reasons Why You Should Buy an Electric Vehicle

Demand for electric vehicles is on the rise. It's no secret that the world is going green. The number of electric vehicles on the road has grown by more than 35% in just the last year, and it seems like everyone is getting rid of their gas guzzlers for something a little greener.

Here are 23 reasons why buying an electric vehicle is a great idea.

1. Driving electric dramatically cuts fuel costs. According to the Union of Concerned Scientists, driving a mid-sized EV (25-mile range) will save most drivers about $770 per year compared with operating a similar internal combustion vehicle. Consumers love saving money. It’s like getting a bonus at work.

2. Electric cars are more efficient than gasoline powered vehicles, using less energy and producing fewer emissions. According to the Electric Drive Transportation Association, an electric car using typical power sources in the U.S. produces less than half as many greenhouse gas emissions as a comparable gasoline-powered car (and even less if solar or wind energy is used).

3. Driving an electric vehicle is less expensive than you think. The cost of driving EVs can be reduced significantly by using clean, renewable energy sources. In California, driving an electric car cost as little as $0.06 per mile.

4. Electric cars are cheaper to maintain than gasoline-powered vehicles. Electric cars have fewer moving parts, which means there are fewer things that can go wrong. Electric components are also more reliable because they are sealed to prevent exposure to dirt and moisture, reducing the chance for small repairs costs due to their simpler design and fewer parts. I don’t know about you, but I hate going to the mechanic. It always ends up costing a ton and you never know if they even did anything.

5. Electric cars are "super green" and cut air pollution. EVs greatly reduce the emissions that contribute to climate change and smog, which can trigger asthma and other respiratory illnesses. Which would mean less coughing in movie theaters, so everybody wins.

6. EVs promote energy independence. If all automobiles in a country were replaced with electric vehicles, you could eliminate oil imports from Persian Gulf countries. This would reduce reliance on other countries that don’t always act in our best interest. Being less dependent on foreign oil and would lessen the impact of price spikes in the future.

7. Electric vehicles are much quieter than gasoline-powered cars, reducing noise pollution. EVs are quieter than gasoline-powered cars because they have no internal combustion engine. Imagine if your neighbors could go to work at 5AM without waking up the entire block. What a world that would be.

8. Governments around the world offers many incentives for electric vehicle owners that support the economy and protect the environment. Electric vehicle owners can receive huge tax credits (up to $7,500 in the US) per vehicle from the federal government, as well as additional incentives on the state/provincial level.

9. EVs help keep our air clean and reduce respiratory diseases. The average gasoline car emits a lot of nitrogen oxide per gallon of gas burned, which is a significant contributor to smog and respiratory disease. According to the environmental agencies, using electricity generated from renewable sources such as wind and solar power could reduce the emissions of nitrogen oxide by nearly 70 percent compared with gasoline-powered vehicles.

10. Driving an electric car is fun! Electric cars have a lot of torque, since there is a direct connection between the accelerator pedal and the drive motor. This makes it easier for people who are used to driving gasoline-powered cars to quickly accelerate when entering traffic or passing another vehicle.

11. It's easy to drive green! All you have to do is plug in your electric car, which costs about 3 cents per kWh on average. Once it's fully charged, you are ready to go with zero tailpipe emissions.

12. Electric vehicle technologies will be widely adopted in the future. Cars with internal combustion engines may eventually become obsolete as many companies and countries aim to do away with fossil fuels. Nissan, Renault, BMW and Volkswagen are some of the car companies that have announced plans to shift their focus toward electric vehicle development in the coming years.

13. Electric vehicles save consumers money because they never have to pay for gas again. Charging an electric vehicle will likely be cheaper than fueling up with gasoline. As electric vehicles become more popular, the price of batteries is expected to drop by 80% in the coming years.

14. Electric vehicles produce less noise pollution and can be used safely in quiet neighborhoods where gas-powered cars might not be allowed, so those who live in those types of areas may want to consider electric vehicles as an option.

15. Electric vehicles are more reliable than gas-powered cars. Electric vehicles don't have as many moving parts as traditional cars that need to be replaced, and they also have advanced safety features that you won't find in most modern gasoline-fueled cars.

16. In some countries, solar power is being used to power electric vehicle charging stations so that people who live in those types of areas can rely on clean energy instead of gasoline as they charge their cars. Electric vehicle technology could be the future of cars as more people search for energy sources that are better for the environment.

17. Electric vehicles can avoid traffic more easily than most gas-powered cars, and they may even be able to drive themselves in the future with advanced autonomous car technology.

18. With a home solar panel system, consumers could charge your electric vehicle using clean energy from the sun which will produce less pollution than gasoline and help reduce global warming.

19. Electric vehicles are easier to work on, so most people with basic car skills can take care of easy maintenance tasks like tire changes and systems inspections.

20. Many electric vehicle parts are also made to be more durable than the parts in gas-powered cars, so there's less risk of expensive repairs or maintenance issues when it comes to electric cars.

21. With only a few moving parts in an electric vehicle, maintenance is much easier and cheaper. This means that consumers can save on costly repairs!

22. Electric vehicles can be used as energy storage systems during power outages, like after a thunderstorm. It’s like having a giant battery/generator just sitting in your driveway. One day there will be so many electric vehicles on the road, their batteries could be our new power grid.

23. Electric vehicles typically have a huge trunk space, which makes them perfect for parents with kids or people who love traveling and doing outdoor activities.

We should all be investing in electric vehicles. They’re the future of transportation and if you're not already on board, it's time to hop on this train before it leaves without you!

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