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There are more and more electric vehicles on the road, and it’s a fair question to ask: Is this the future – or is it just a fad? Here at Apple Honda in Riverhead, NY, we don’t think that EVs are the equivalent of the pet rock or the shake weight. Electric vehicles are here to stay, and more drivers are making the switch to EVs every day. Let’s take a look at a few reasons why you might want to make that change, too.
Look, we’ve all felt like we were being held up at the pump before. Gasoline prices fluctuate – sometimes daily – and it seems like the price of fuel is getting less and less affordable for the average American car owner. Even when prices drop, it’s only temporary. Compare that to the cost per mile for an electric vehicle: EVs take a little longer to charge, but the price to charge an EV is often notably lower than a traditional gasoline-powered car, SUV, or truck.
Did you know that there’s a federal tax credit for buying an EV? Depending on the make and model, that credit can be up to $7,500. You can also find substantial tax credits from the state of New York when you purchase an EV. That means that it’s more affordable than ever to make the switch to an electric vehicle.
Guess what you don’t have to do anymore when you buy an EV? Change the oil in your vehicle. Or repair your exhaust system. While you’ll still need to have some regular maintenance work done, there’s a lot less work involved in keeping up your electric vehicle. The simplicity of owning an EV means that you’ll have reduced maintenance costs over the lifespan of your vehicle. That translates into more money in your pocket, and that’s never a bad thing.
Don’t lie to yourself: The electric vehicles of today aren’t like the ones from just 10 years ago. Instead, they’re more powerful and efficient than ever before. One of the best things about an EV is the instant torque delivery when you press the accelerator. That makes EVs extremely useful for many different tasks, as well as a lot of fun to drive.
Come see us at Apple Honda in Riverhead, NY, and drive one of our EV models like the 2024 Honda Prologue. We’re sure you’ll be impressed, and we look forward to helping you find the perfect EV!
