Taking An Electric Car For A Test Drive

WHETHER YOU’RE AN EV VETERAN OR ARE SHOPPING FOR YOUR FIRST ELECTRIC CAR, HERE’S THE BEST WAY TO EVALUATE IT FROM BEHIND THE WHEEL. No matter how much research you do ahead of time with regard to an electric vehicle’s operating range, performance, and features, it’s essential to give any model you’re considering a thorough […]

The Cheapest Electric Cars To Insure For 2019 Are…Not Teslas

Looking for an electric car that won’t break the bank when it comes to insurance? Well, you’ve come to the right place then. Though driving an electric car saves money in terms of lower operating and maintenance costs than a conventionally powered vehicle, insurance premiums tend to be higher. In a study conducted by the […]

Everything We Know About Tesla Autopilot

TESLA’S ELECTRIC CARS CAN ALMOST DRIVE THEMSELVES, BUT THE KEYWORD IS “ALMOST.” Tesla Motors debuted its semi-autonomous driving system, called Autopilot, back in 2014. It employs an array of cameras and both radar and ultrasonic sensors located around the car and essentially incorporates the car’s suite of driver-assistance features to enable rudimentary self-driving on the […]

Let’s Take An In-Depth Look At Tesla’s Entire Lineup Of Cars

Here’s a look at Tesla’s offerings in the electric car segment in which it dominates in sales. Upstart electric vehicle manufacturer Tesla, fronted by renegade owner Elon Musk, burst onto the scene with its first electric car, the Roadster, for the 2008 model year. Essentially an electrified version of the Lotus Elise, it delivered uncanny […]

10 Reasons Why You Should Buy An Electric Car

Here’s why you should buy an electric car this year. With several new models debuting for the 2019 model year offering extended operating ranges and affordable sticker prices, there has never been a better time to own an electric-powered vehicle. While they still account for a razor-thin percentage of all new-vehicle sales in the U.S., […]

Electric Cars That Offer Various Advanced Safety Systems

Here’s a look at the latest life-saving crash avoidance technology and which EVs feature them as standard or optional equipment. With electric vehicles already being among the most technologically advanced rides on the road, it should come as no surprise that most offer an array of high-tech safety systems. Some will warn a motorist to […]

Top 10 Most Common Electric Car Myths Busted

CONTRARY TO WHAT SOME PEOPLE MAY MISTAKENLY BELIEVE, HERE’S THE STRAIGHT TRUTH ON PLUG-IN VEHICLES. For most consumers, electric vehicles are still the cars of the future. Yet with many new battery-powered rides scheduled for release in the coming years, the future is closer than many might believe. Those who remain unschooled in the virtues […]

Here’s What You Need To Charge Your Electric Car At Home

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO KEEP YOUR ELECTRIC VEHICLE FULLY CHARGED AND READY TO ROLL. With the nation’s network of public electric vehicle charging facilities still relatively thin, most EV owners charge their rides at home. This can be as easy to accomplish as plugging the car into a wall outlet or as complex as […]

Best Smartphone Apps For Electric Car Owners

HERE ARE HANDIEST MOBILE APPS FOR EV OWNERS, AVAILABLE FOR BOTH APPLE AND ANDROID PHONES. There’s no question that today’s smartphones are invaluable life tools. They can be especially handy for those who drive an electric vehicle, particularly to help locate and facilitate battery charging via public stations when needed. Here’s a quick look at […]

Electric Car Pros & Cons: What To Consider Before Buying

HERE’S A CHECKLIST OF WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO CONSIDER BEFORE SHOPPING FOR YOUR FIRST EV. Automakers are ramping up their investments in electric vehicles both to help meet emissions and fuel economy rules and to prepare for future demand as battery range goes up and costs come down. Electrified rides are expected to account for […]