What Do You Know About Electric Cars?

Why are Electric Cars Relevant?

How well do you know about electric vehicles? Electric vehicles are gaining prominence quickly and can be seen in the auto market today. Why are they so popular? EVs function with the help of their electric motor after charging the battery pack using the electricity from the power grid to which it is connected. It is opposite to how traditional internal combustion engine vehicles work. At Lum’s Auto Center in Warrenton, OR, we explore the facts everyone should know about EVs and why they are relevant in today’s auto world. Continue reading for more information the relevancy of electric cars.  

Why Should You Get an Electric Vehicle?

Commonly, we have three types of EVs, and they are as follows. 

• Battery-run EVs
• Extended-range EVs
• Plug-in hybrid EVs

These vehicles offer a lot of benefits. What are the benefits that we get through an electric vehicle? 

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[Read more: Watch this Video of Charging Your Toyota Electric Vehicle]

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Cheap Charging

EVs are easy and cost less in maintenance when compared to regular fuel vehicles. There is no need to spend money on gas. Moreover, the charging ports can be easily set up at your home, and if you opt for longer trips, there are many public charging stations. On average, it is found that EVs help to save around $700 per year in fuel costs.

Environment-friendly

EVs are compatible with the environment as there is no burning of gas causing the emission of harmful pollutants into the air. You can be a proud owner of an EV since you are contributing to safeguarding the environment that way. The approximate reduction in CO2 emission has accounted for 177,758,804 kg.

Easy to Maintain

Since electric vehicles have fewer body parts, the repairing and maintenance costs for your vehicle will considerably reduce. 

Better in Performance

EVs are designed to have a better performance with their lightweight body parts. Being lightweight, these vehicles can have faster acceleration than traditional vehicles. 

Available EV Grants

There are many State-funded schemes to encourage the use of electric vehicles, like rebates while purchasing or leasing an EV, tax credits, and financial help in setting up charging points at your home.

Better Resale Value

EVs will only be relevant in the future and have a better resale value than traditional vehicles. Plan to sell your vehicle after some time. It will get a better resale price, and it is also beneficial for the person purchasing a used electric vehicle since the resale of gasoline models is about to hit a dead end in a few years.

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[Also read: How Can You Keep Your Car Maintenance up to Date?]

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Purchase Your Vehicle from Lum’s Auto Center 

Get your new vehicle from Lum’s Auto Center in Warrenton, OR. Visit or contact us to know more. Explore our inventory to find the vehicle that suits your preferences. Also, check out our used inventory to purchase vehicles that are as good as new at the best resale price in Warrenton, OR. You can also schedule a test drive to get an in-person experience of your desired model. 

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