A few decades ago, electric cars came onto the market. Then they disappeared. There are a lot of theories why this all happened. There was even a documentary entitled, “Who Killed The Electric Car?” that delved into those issues. Today, there is a resurgence of electric cars and they aren’t going anywhere. In fact, every major car manufacturer is already selling or designing their own version of an electric car. Are you thinking about making the switch? Here are some of the benefits of an electric car to consider:
Reduce Your Costs
How many times a week do you make a trip to the gas station to fill up? Do you keep track of what you spend? Gas prices are always in flux and you’re at the mercy of whatever the current price point is. With an electric car, you might never visit another gas pump. There are hybrid cars that use a combination of electric and fuel systems. Even with those models, your gas station trips will be greatly reduced.
You’ll Help the Environment
The big push for electric cars this time around has to do with the environment. There are no emissions with an electric car. No smog tests ever needed again! By driving an electric car, you are reducing the amount of carbon dioxide that is released into the atmosphere. There are many cities that have proposed all-electric cars. You would be ahead of the curve!
You Can Be Energy Independent
Cutting off your trips to the gas station is the first step towards energy independence. An electric car only needs to be charged. That can happen at one of the many charging stations that are popping up or at your home. At home is where you could set up a solar charging station. That would make you totally energy independent. Imagine not having to pay for electricity again!
You Might Get A Tax Break
Depending on where you live, there could be tax credits available for the purchase of an electric car. There might also be direct rebates. Local and state governments want to make it easy to own an electric car. There might be a limited amount of fund available. That means acting fast to benefit.
