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Are Electric Vehicles Really Better Than Gasoline Ones?

The EV Advantages Seem Quite Clear

If you had thought thirty years ago that electric vehicles would soon become the norm, you would probably have thought you were watching a sci-fi movie. But now, with the development of better and more complicated technology to build these cars, electric vehicles will soon replace the traditional gas and diesel models in the future. So what really are the benefits of purchasing one? 

Kinder To the Environment 

Well, the first positive aspect has to be that they do not emit harmful C02 gases into the atmosphere, which over time can have a negative effect on the earth and alter the climate causing global warming. They can run on electric engines that need to be charged when the battery arrives at a low level. 

No Need To Spend Money on Gas

Another benefit surely has to be that you will no longer need to spend money on gas, which if you calculate over the years how much you normally spend on your petrol car, it is sure to be a hefty amount. This would no longer be necessary with an electric vehicle, which is one less expense to worry about. 

Less Maintenance Costs

As the interior is made up of electronic components and more like a complicated computer system, you do not need to worry about replacing certain parts that you would for a petrol-based car. This could also lead to fewer maintenance repairs as you would need to worry about problems relating to the oil engine. 

Reduces Noise Pollution 

If you live in a city area, chances are you are constantly hearing the hum of petrol engines with the never-ending traffic. So naturally, this creates a much more noisy environment. In comparison, an electric utility vehicle would not emit any noise on the road, meaning that city centers will become a lot more blissful and tranquil in the future. 

Easy To Charge

With more free public EV charging points being introduced each year, it will soon become even easier to stop for a quick charge up when your vehicle is running low on battery. In December 2020, there were at least 96,536 public charging ports across the country. With this number set to increase by 2030, it will not be difficult to find one on your travels. They are also easy to install at home if you have a garage where you can link up the charging point, ensuring that you are fully charged before setting off on your journey.  

Overall, there are quite a few positive aspects about owning an electric vehicle, which will help encourage you to purchase one in the future, particularly if the costs become more competitive. So the electric vehicle is here to stay.

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Todd Smekens

Journalist, consultant, publisher, and servant-leader with a passion for truth-seeking. Enjoy motorcycling, meditation, and spending quality time with my daughter and rescue hound. Spiritually-centered first and foremost. Lived in multiple states within the USA and frequent traveler to the mountains.

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