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Electric cars are among the most innovative and promising vehicles on the road. As the technology enabling them continues to improve, their usefulness will rise. Soon, electric cars soon might dominate our roadways.

 

The positive aspects surrounding electric cars are extremely inspiring even though the technology is still relatively new. Some pros to electric car ownership include:

Like anything, there are some downsides as well as upsides. Electric car ownership has not yet been perfected even though engineers are making strides all the time. Currently, some cons that come with electric car ownership include: 

 

 

Owners of electric cars are enjoying more options for charging these days, depending on their location. When done at home, most cars will generate a full charge in about three or four hours. When owners mostly drive a short distance to work and run errands, an electric vehicle provides plenty of juice for a day’s travels. That is especially true when workplaces have free charging stations available.

Many localities also have free parking and charging stations for electric vehicles to encourage their use. Several states and the federal government are encouraging the placement of charging stations at truck stops along freeways. When infrastructure catches up to the demand and the touring range increases, ownership will be more of a reality than a dream for many.

 

Did you know—the cost to maintain an internal combustion engine is much higher than an electric? You have many more moving parts plus the impact of continual internal combustion. That adds up to a lot of wear and tear. You need engine oil, coolant, spark plugs, fuel, and filtered air all working together to keep a conventional car going. One that is fully electric just uses its battery. You will still need to maintain the chassis, steering, suspension, wheels, and other common components. Don't worry, some things never change when it comes to auto repair service. Though, it should be noted, that while the batteries are different from combustion engines, these batteries can be costly to replace in an electric vehicle. This is something to take into consideration. 

 

Many people choose to buy electric cars or hybrids because they greatly reduce CO2 emissions, lead, and carbon monoxide. Entirely electric vehicles emit none of those. Other huge incentives include tax breaks, rebates, and similar financial incentives for buying an electric vehicle. Many states and local units give tax breaks to encourage more people to buy and use electric cars.

 

Researchers at the University of Michigan in 2018 reported an electric car costs owners an average $485 annually to operate. That is significantly less than the $1,117 in annual costs for owners of conventional cars, the university reports. The local price of gas greatly affects the average cost for owners of conventional cars much more than electric models. The lower the cost of gasoline, the lower the cost to operate. The same goes for cars with much-improved fuel economy.

 

Whether you drive an electric or conventional car, maintaining and repairing your vehicle is important. United Tire has 13 independently owned tire shops in the greater Philadelphia area. We provide a range of services for both electric as well as conventional vehicles. You can schedule your service online and choose the best time for your busy schedule.