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How do you pick an electric car?
This may be an odd question, but I’m just wondering what is the typical routine for electric car owners? I’m curious about buying one, but I’m wondering about the lifestyle difference when owning an electric car?
Marlee John · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
We understand, that choosing a car is a big decision and you want to make sure it’s the right one. Picking an electric car is like picking any vehicle. Determine the make, model, and style you want, and then see which one best fits your budget.
Although many options don’t often make for an easy decision, options give you the opportunity to get closer to exactly what you want. There are different types of EVs engines: fully electric or Battery EVs, Hybrids, and Plug-in Hybrids.
Think of your region of the world and how often your drive. If you have to commute over 2 hours in a northern region, perhaps a fully-electric vehicle isn’t a good option.
Think of your lifestyle to determine the style of the vehicle just like you would for any car. Lastly—if the budget wasn’t already the first factor for consideration—how much are you willing to spend on a car?
Like any vehicle, EVs depreciate the moment they’re off the lot. A used car might be a valuable investment—it will take the edge of the price without losing the value of the vehicle.
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