What are the Benefits of Electric Vehicles?

Looking for a new Buick, GMC, Ford vehicle with great fuel economy ratings? Perhaps you just want to upgrade your daily commute? Regardless of your needs, an electric or hybrid vehicle is a great choice for your Troy drives. As the automotive industry continues to move towards green technology, the demand for new and pre-owned electric vehicles continues to grow. Discover the environmental benefits of electric cars and how to prepare your garage for electric car ownership below! Then, browse the electric vehicle inventory at Dave Arbogast! 

Benefits of Electric Cars

There are countless benefits of electric vehicle ownership. Electric cars are becoming more and more popular among Troy drivers thanks to their eco-friendly engineering and design. Some other noteworthy benefits of electric cars include: 

• Zero Carbon Emissions: There are plenty of environmental benefits of electric cars and one of them is the close to zero tailpipe emissions. Most electric cars don’t even have an exhaust system, so exhaust emissions are not a byproduct of the vehicle running.
• Renewable Energy Usage: Another environmental benefit of electric cars is that they can use renewable energy. Electric cars are powered by electricity meaning they can take advantage of renewable resources such as solar, wind, or even water.
• Reduced Maintenance: Full electric vehicles don’t require engine oil, so there’s no need for oil changes. 
• Silent Drive: One major benefit of electric vehicles that most drivers instantly notice is the serene ride. Electric vehicles don’t necessarily have any engine noise, so there’s less commotion in the cabin.
• Electric Motors: Electric vehicles truly provide unbeatable performance. The latest electric motors are capable of producing near-instantaneous torque, so you can still find thrill in your drives.

How to Prepare Your Home for an EV

1. Make Room in Your Garage: Charging stations are becoming more numerous, but they’re not quite ubiquitous yet. So you’ll want to prepare your garage for home charging. Research your options (Level 1 and Level 2 charging setups offer different charging times). Then, have your at-home charging system installed. Chances are, this will be your main method of EV charging.
2. Locate Local Charging Stations: Map out a list of charging stations from companies like PlugShare or Chargeway in addition to any brand-specific chargers you can use based on the particular EV you drive. It’s especially helpful to know where stations are when traveling long-distance, but knowing where local chargers are in a pinch can be very helpful as well.
3. Take Advantage of Incentives: Many EVs are often eligible for incentives and tax credits. In fact, you may be able to secure up to a $7,500 tax credit just by buying an electric car! 

Explore Our Electric Vehicles at Dave Arbogast!

Ready to take advantage of all the benefits of electric cars? Then we invite you to reach out to us at Dave Arbogast to begin the car-buying experience today! We can help you apply for financing online so that you’re ready to go once you arrive at our Troy dealership!