Tag: electric vehicle

Beginner’s Guide to Driving an EV

KQED-FM recently posted an informative article on the things you should think about when considering an electric vehicle for your next purchase.

It begins, “Electric vehicles (EVs) are getting cheaper—so whether you’re looking for a way to save on the hassle and cost of gas, shrink your carbon footprint, or simply zip around in a new Tesla, there are lots of reasons to consider a hybrid or electric car.

But before you go electric, there are a few decisions you have to
make—and some planning you need to do—to make sure the car you buy fits your driving needs. Here are a few things to consider before you make the switch.”

The link to the full article is included below:

https://www.kqed.org/science/1947909/the-beginners-guide-to-electric-cars

How long does an EV battery last?

One of the major questions for new potential EV buyers is, “How long does the battery last?” And it’s a natural concern. After all the battery is the most expensive single part on an EV.

Due to the fact that mass produced EVs are still a relatively new phenomenon, research on the long term life of a battery is not fully clear. However, research is beginning to come in – and the results so far have been surprisingly positive.

In this article from GreenCarReports, Nissan executives have discussed their efforts to repurpose old Leaf batteries. They commented that the batteries are outlasting the vehicles themselves! Read on:

https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1123670_nissan-leaf-batteries-are-lasting-a-very-long-time