Why Drive an EV?

If you are thinking about your next vehicle purchase, consider an EV. There are now over 130 models of battery electric vehicles (BEV) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) available in the U.S. Auto manufacturers are aggressively investing in EV technologies and rolling out new models each year. Plus, the nation's public charging infrastructure has more than doubled over the past two years and is poised to grow even more in the coming decade.

Benefits of Electric Vehicles

Almost 5 million light-duty electric vehicles have been sold in the U.S. since 2011, and the market is growing. 2023 sales were more than 51% compared to 2022, with 1,439,171 vehicles sold. Continue scrolling to learn why there’s never been a better time to invest in electric vehicles.

Cost-Effective

Electric Vehicles Cost Less to Drive

When you combine the fuel-efficiency of EVs and the relatively low price of electricity, driving an EV is typically 2-3 times cheaper than driving a gasoline-powered vehicle. In addition, lifetime maintenance and repair costs are about half, compared to gasoline-powered vehicles.

Convenient

Enjoy Convenient Charging at Home

You can skip the gas station and charge your EV at home overnight. Many drivers can get-by simply charging with a standard 120V outlet. EV drivers who install a 240V (Level 2) charger at home can charge their vehicles four to five times faster.

Environmentally
Friendly

Electric Vehicles are Better for the Environment

Climate scientists agree that vehicle electrification is one of the best ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

High Performing

Electric Vehicles are High Performance Vehicles

EVs offer fast, smooth acceleration, with most going from 0 to 60 mph in under eight seconds. According to Consumer Reports, EVs are even more reliable than cars powered by internal combustion engines. That’s because EVs are inherently less complicated, with fewer moving parts to break.

Freedom

Electric Vehicle Driving Range is High and Growing

Americans drive less than 40 miles a day on average, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. The average range for 2023 model year BEVs is 276 miles, with many models exceeding a range of 300 miles on a full charge.

EV Facts

Battery Electric Vehicle

BEVs are 100% electric. They use an electric motor powered by a high-performance battery and do not use gasoline.

Plug-In Hybrid

Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) have both a traditional engine and an electric motor that is recharged using a plug. The electric batteries in PHEVs are smaller than the batteries in BEVs and provide a lower electric-only driving range. Most PHEVs operate on their electric motor until the available charge is depleted, then automatically switch to their internal combustion engine.

Range

Range is the number of miles an EV can travel on its electric motor before being recharged. Most Americans drive less than 40 miles per day. The average range for 2024 model year BEVs is 278 miles, with many models exceeding a range of 300 miles on a full charge, so most Americans driving a BEV can go multiple days without recharging.*

Charging

Charging your EV requires plugging into a wall plug or an electric vehicle charger. Charging time depends upon the power source and the vehicle’s charger capacity. Every EV has its own battery charger that converts the AC electricity from the wall into DC, to charge the battery at your home. A vehicle with a 10 kW charger and a 100-kWh battery pack takes approximately 10 hours to charge. Alternatively, a public DC "fast charger" can charge to 80% capacity in about 30 minutes.