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What will a fuel-efficient, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, or electric car be like to own? Dig into this section for useful data on maintenance and repair costs, insurance premiums, reliability records, and customer satisfaction scores.
Ownership
6
min
Feb 29, 2024
Do EVs Cost More to Repair?
It’s now common knowledge that electric cars generally cost less to maintain than gasoline-powered vehicles thanks to fewer moving parts. But what about the cost for collision repair after an accident?
Ownership
4
min
Sep 8, 2023
How Much Does Fast Charging Affect Battery Life?
It's often said that frequent Level 3 fast charging can cause an EV's battery to degrade over time. But data from industry aggregator Recurrent shows that modern EVs' software protects battery capacity and range over many years.
Ownership
4
min
Aug 21, 2023
The Longest-Lasting Car in America is a Hybrid
Cars are lasting longer than ever. But which cars stay the longest with their original owners? Turns out the overall champion is a venerable hybrid hatchback.
Ownership
4
min
Jul 20, 2023
How Much Range Do EVs Lose When You Run The AC?
We know that electric cars lose range in cold weather. But does hot weather have the same effect? Find out how much range popular EVs lose in the summer.
Ownership
4
min
Jun 8, 2023
Insurance for Electric Cars
Data from Consumer Reports and The Zebra suggest EVs cost more to insure than gasoline vehicles. But they should, over the life of the vehicle, still cost less to operate thanks to lower fuel and maintenance costs.
Ownership
4
min
May 11, 2023
How Much Does Towing Affect Range?
Some EV pickup truck owners have been disappointed with the range their electric trucks deliver while towing. We take a closer look at the factors that affect range, how to maximize it, and your other options.
Ownership
4
min
May 1, 2023
Leasing Lets You Claim the $7,500 EV Tax Credit
How do you claim the full $7,500 EV tax credit? The list of EVs that qualify for the $7,500 EV tax credit is a short one now that the government's latest regulations have been implemented. However, almost all electric cars qualify for the full EV credit if you lease.
Ownership
3
min
Feb 23, 2023
Lexus and ChargePoint Partner for Home Charging
If you're buying an electric car, you should also be thinking about purchasing and installing a home charger. Home charging is cheaper, more convenient, and better for your car. Lexus has partnered with ChargePoint to offer chargers and installation to purchasers of its new RZ 450e electric SUV.
Ownership
5
min
Oct 20, 2022
Road Trip: L.A. to Vegas in the MINI Cooper S Electric
What's it like to drive a MINI Cooper S Electric, which has a EPA-rated range of just 114 miles, from Los Angeles to Las Vegas? Where do you stop and charge? Read on to find out.
Ownership
4
min
Jul 27, 2022
What You Need to Know About EV Tires
If you drive an electric car, you may find yourself wearing out tires a lot faster than you were used to with a gasoline vehicle – and spending a bit more on tires in general. We explain why - and help you choose the best replacement tires for your EV.
Ownership
2
min
Jun 14, 2022
Why You Should Pay Attention to Recall Notices
If you’ve purchased an EV, or if you are investigating one, it is worth checking to ensure that the vehicle in question doesn't have any open recalls. We explain how - and what to look out for.
Ownership
3
min
May 10, 2022
How Much Cheaper Is It to Drive Electric?
For their recent report, called “The True Cost,” Clean Energy Canada analyzed a number of popular electric vehicle models, comparing their total ownership costs with that of their closest gasoline equivalents. Without exception, they discovered that driving electric was financially rewarding.
Ownership
2
min
May 2, 2022
How Car Dealers Are Servicing Electric Cars
Electric vehicles don’t need regular oil and other fluid changes, so what does that mean for dealership service departments? Well, electric cars still have tires, brakes, and other car parts - we explain servicing in this article.
Ownership
3
min
Apr 22, 2022
How Much Does It Cost to Maintain an EV?
Electric cars are mechanically much more simple than gasoline cars, with fewer moving parts. But they are still cars – with wheels, tires, brakes, suspensions, windows, heating and cooling systems, and, of course, ever more complex electronics. We discuss maintenance costs in this article.
Ownership
2
min
Apr 5, 2022
What to Consider When Buying a Used Electric Car
While buying a used electric vehicle isn’t that different from buying a used gasoline vehicle, there are some EV nuances you should be aware of, so that you have the best experience possible.
Ownership
3
min
Feb 3, 2022
How to Repair a Crashed Electric Car
When it comes to repairing a highly-electrified vehicle, there are some considerations you should be aware of when choosing a repair facility to ensure your vehicle is returned to you as safe as when it was new.
Ownership
3
min
Jan 28, 2022
Five Ways to Improve Your EV Range
Want to extend your electric car's range? These five simple tips will help you eke out a few more miles from each charge. By driving conscientiously and making use of all your EV's features, you'd be surprised how much further you can go.
Ownership
4
min
Jan 27, 2022
Owner's Story: Oleh's Volkswagen e-Golf
Before going electric, Oleh Hankivsky was a diesel devotee. But in 2017, Oleh decided to be one of the first people to lease a Volkswagen e-Golf, which had just hit the market.
Ownership
3
min
Jan 17, 2022
Tips for Driving Your EV in the Winter
We all know that cold weather can reduce the range of an electric vehicle. Here are five tips to increase your electric vehicle’s range, and to make winter driving more convenient.
Ownership
3
min
Jul 20, 2021
How Electric Car Maintenance Works
Electric cars with all their amazing technology are really quite simple to maintain and cost roughly one third of what you’d typically spend to keep a gas-powered car serviced. Here's what to look out for.
Ownership
3
min
Jun 22, 2021
Owner's Story: Amber's Chevy Bolt
We recently interviewed Amber, a mental health therapist who lives in Ashland, Oregon, with her husband and two amazing daughters, about her experience buying and owning a Chevy Bolt.
Ownership
3
min
Apr 1, 2021
Five Tips for Buying an Electric Car
By the year 2030, electric vehicle will eclipse the sales of gasoline-powered vehicles. For those of you who are interested in buying an electric car, we have some handy tips to make your purchase easier.
Ownership
2
min
Dec 23, 2020
Owner's Story: Dave's Toyota Prius
When Dave and his wife traded in a VW Passat wagon for the brand-new Spectra Blue Prius in late 2008, it was the first new car they had ever purchased. The 110 horsepower Toyota would never set any speed records. Instead, it would serve as a workhorse for the whole family.
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