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EVs are the forgotten friend of decades ago who has now shown up at the door with some great ideas for the present and the future. This is because consumer demand for EVs has suddenly shot up and car manufacturers have followed. Add to that the need for more planet-friendly habits and government subsidies for EVs and you have a promising new class of vehicle. 

LESS MAINTENANCE 

The first notable thing about EVs is their running costs. Unlike conventional gas-powered cars from CC Cars, EVs don’t have any combustion engine which makes a huge difference to the overall practicalities of running one. Without working parts, EVs require far less maintenance than conventional vehicles. 

An EV only really has wheels, brakes, and a battery. While these do need to be checked every so often, there is no need to have the vehicle service quite as frequently. This reduces the money you would normally spend getting oil changes and replacing filters. 

CHEAPER TO RUN 

Not only do EVs have cheaper maintenance costs, they are cheaper to run overall. At the moment electricity for EVs is far cheaper than gas. Since peak oil has been reached, gas will only get more expensive, whereas electricity will continue to get cheaper.  

Because of the climate crisis and the various targets governments have to keep, subsidies of various kinds are issues to support EVs cars and infrastructure. It’s not unusual to find free electricity available for your EV. 

ZERO CARBON EMISSIONS 

Some people assume that when an EV says zero emissions on the side, that’s what it means. They think the vehicle has zero emissions. That’s not exactly correct. The EV may have zero emissions at the tailpipe, however, it still contributes to carbon emissions. 

Although many power stations are increasing their renewable sources, producing electricity is still a cause of carbon emissions, meaning EVs don’t provide net zero emissions. That is, however, far better overall and keeps harmful chemicals out of the local air. 

PEAK OIL

Peak oil is the point where the maximum production of oil has been reached, thereafter it enters into a state of terminal decline that may result in a future shortage. In 2013 peak coal was reached, and peak oil is expected to follow in the coming years. 

That’s why EVs are the future of transport. If we want to continue to live convenient fast-paced lives we need a mode of transport that is sustainable and environmental. Although electricity production is still not fully sustainable it is heading in that direction. 

BETTER TECHNOLOGY 

Only a decade ago EVs were not considered a viable option for regular motorists who needed a vehicle for everyday commuting. Not only was the technology not up to scratch but the infrastructure wasn’t there to support it. 
Today the batteries for EVs are far more efficient. A typical EV battery can perform at least as well as a conventional vehicle, perhaps not on range, but certainly on acceleration. Moreover, there are electric power stations appearing at key locations in towns and cities.