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Are electric cars usually more expensive?

I’m looking to make the switch from a gas-powered car to an electric one but was wondering if electric cars are usually more expensive?

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Brad Marley · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Great question and good luck with the car hunt! At this present moment,
electric cars
are more expensive than their gas counterparts. The main reason for this is the cost of the still relatively new technology. But like most things technological, they’re only going to get better and cheaper over time.
In fact, some transportation-focused economists think we’re only a few years away from them evening out. And, depending on how far you drive on average as well as taking advantage of an EV (electric vehicle)
tax credit
, you might be surprised how quickly you start getting that extra money spent back.
If you’re looking to get in on the EV revolution at the most affordable price point possible, I would highly recommend the Nissan Leaf. Heck, price aside, I’d recommend the Nissan Leaf. It’s a great car that starts at $28,375 and has a range of up to 237 miles.
Regardless of what fuels your car, you’re going to want to make sure it has the best insurance available. Car insurance super app,
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