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What do electric car owners wish they knew before buying?
I’m shopping around for a new car and am seriously considering buying an electric one. Before I buy, what do electric car owners wish they knew before buying?
Allison Stone · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
First of all, congrats on shopping around for your first electric car. Most people are familiar with the perks of owning an electric car, like saving money on fuel and the smooth, quiet ride.
Generally, the transition to driving an electric car should be pretty seamless, but there are a few things you might want to know before buying:
- The battery will degrade over time. It can take anywhere from 10 to 20 years, but this is especially important if you’re looking at used electric cars, or want to buy a car with a battery that is still under warranty.
- The range estimate may not be 100% accurate to real-life driving conditions. Things like extreme temperatures, driving uphill and highway driving can all chip away at your battery’s range.
- Having a home charging setup is ideal. While you can make it work using public chargers, being able to charge your car at home overnight is what most electric vehicle owners do.
- Plan ahead forlonger trips. Depending on where you live, charging station infrastructure may not be as robust as in other parts of the country. Keep this in mind while planning your route so you don’t get stuck without a charge.
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