Environmental Benefits of Electric Cars

While hybrid and electric vehicles have been around for a while, we know that eco-friendly vehicles can seem a little confusing sometimes. Luckily for our Thousand Oaks and Bakersfield drivers, we’ve put together this helpful guide detailing the pros and cons of electric cars. Whether you’re scouring the new or preowned market, there are plenty of options to choose from that will allow you to embrace your environmentally-friendly journey. Learn more about EV benefits below and be sure to contact us with any questions.

Benefits of Electric Vehicles

There are plenty of benefits for electric vehicles and we think they’ll fit better into your Ventura lifestyle than you think. Electric cars are becoming increasingly popular due to all the positives of owning one. Not only that, but electric vehicles are typically packed full of all the latest and greatest technology. Other benefits of electric cars include

• Zero Emissions: There are plenty of environmental benefits of electric cars and one of them is the close to zero tailpipe emissions. Most electric cars don’t even have an exhaust system, so exhaust emissions are not a byproduct of the vehicle running.
• Renewable Energy: Another environmental benefit of electric cars is that they can use renewable energy. Electric cars are powered by electricity meaning they can take advantage of renewable resources such as solar, wind, or even water.
• Reduced Maintenance: Full electric vehicles don’t require engine oil so there’s no need for oil changes. 
• Quieter Drive: One major benefit of electric vehicles that most drivers instantly notice is the serene ride. Electric vehicles don’t necessarily have any engine noise, so there’s less commotion in the cabin.
• Performance: Car enthusiasts rejoice! Electric vehicles truly provide unbeatable performance. The electric motors are capable of producing near-instantaneous torque, so you can still find thrill on all your drives.

There are plenty of other benefits of electric cars, and we suggest visiting us to get all the details. If you’re not finding your favorite electric model in our inventory, feel free to utilize our vehicle finder service and we’ll help you with your search!

What to Do Before Buying an EV

1. Prepare Your Garage: Charging stations are becoming more numerous, but they’re not quite ubiquitous yet. So you’ll want to prepare your garage for home charging. Research your options (Level 1 and Level 2 charging setups offer different charging times). Then have your at-home charging system installed. Chances are, this will be your main method of EV charging.
2. Find Local Charging Stations: Map out a list of charging stations from companies like PlugShare or Chargeway in addition to any brand-specific chargers you can use based on the particular EV you drive. It’s especially helpful to know where stations are when traveling long distances, but knowing where local chargers are in a pinch can be very helpful as well.
3. Explore Incentives: EVs are often eligible for more incentives and tax credits than gasoline cars. You may be able to secure up to a $7,500 tax credit just by buying an electric car! 

Learn More About Electric Cars Today at Coastal Chevrolet!

Now that you know more about the benefits of electric cars, it’s time to secure an EV of your own. Browse our new vehicle inventory to get started and then apply for financing to get a jump on the purchase process. You can depend on our Santa Barbara team for all of your electric car needs, so feel free to reach out to us at Coastal Chevrolet for assistance on your new car journey. We look forward to seeing you soon!