Benefits of Electric Vehicles

Electric vehicles are going mainstream among Brookfield drivers, and for good reason. With more options, like plug-in hybrids such as the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid and Jeep Wrangler 4xe arriving each year at lower prices, drivers have a lot to get excited about. Beyond the obvious financial and environmental benefits of electric cars, EVs offer some compelling benefits that may make them worth considering for your next vehicle purchase. Read on to learn more about the many benefits of electric vehicles.

Environmental Benefits of EVs

Electric vehicles produce zero direct emissions, meaning they don’t emit greenhouse gasses from a tailpipe like traditional gasoline-powered cars. This makes electric cars better for the environment and can reduce the typical Brookfield driver’s carbon footprint.

3 Environmental Benefits of Electric Cars

• Produce zero direct emissions – no greenhouse gasses from tailpipe
• Reduce driver’s carbon footprint and impact on climate change
• Improve air quality by reducing pollution

Financial Benefits of Electric Vehicles

Most electric vehicles qualify for a federal tax credit of up to $7,500 for purchasing an EV. Many local and state governments also offer additional incentives, such as tax credits, carpool lane access, reduced insurance rates, and exemption from emissions tests. These incentives can reduce the overall cost of owning an electric vehicle for most Waukesha households.

• Federal tax credit up to $7,500 for purchasing an EV
• Additional state/local incentives like tax credits, HOV lane access, reduced insurance rates, no emissions test fees
• Lower operating costs than gas cars because electricity is cheaper than gas
• No oil changes needed
• Brakes last longer due to regenerative braking putting energy back into battery
• Less expensive to own over life of vehicle compared to gas-powered cars

Other Benefits of Electric Vehicles

As charging station networks continue to grow, range anxiety decreases. Many electric cars today can go over 200 miles on a single charge. Home charging stations make it easy to charge overnight so drivers have a full “tank” every morning.

• As charging networks expand, range anxiety decreases
• Many EVs today have 200+ mile range
• Home charging stations make it easy to charge overnight
• Public charging stations becoming widely available
• No gas station fill-ups needed
• Attractive, high-tech electric SUVs and sedans now available
• Can find appealing electric vehicles at City Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM FIAT® of Brookfield

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Are you ready to experience some of the benefits of electric vehicles? Why not come down and test drive our selection of electrified vehicles? Remember, we’re just a short trip away from Sussex. So, drop by or contact us today.