9 Things to Know Before Buying an Electric Vehicle

More and more people are interested in turning to eco-friendly transportation, and car manufacturers are increasingly adding battery electric vehicles (BEV) and hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles to their lineups. Purchasing any type of hybrid or electric vehicles (EVs) can potentially save you money on gas and maintenance while significantly reducing auto-related air pollution. However, before finalizing your purchase, there are several essential things you should know. Just like buying a traditional car, do your research ahead of time and keep these 9 important things in mind.

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Is an EV the Right Choice for You?

Purchasing an EV requires more than just walking into a dealership and driving it off the lot. There should be careful consideration in all aspects before you buy. Do your research on EVs and make an informed decision that suits your needs and budget.

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Many drivers only travel small distances in a day. If you work at a fixed location, or do set runs in the car (e.g. school or shops) use this Journey Calculator to see how much it will cost you in an EV versus an ICE vehicle. These commutes are likely to account for much of your weekly driving.

Weekends or leisure days can be a little trickier to figure out. Try looking back over the previous year to put a fair estimate on your driving. Consider if you generally stay within a limited (say 40km radius) of your home, or if you often travel up to 200km away. Doing this can be useful to help decide whether to go electric, and what size battery you may need.

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Needing to travel long distances regularly requires a small bit of planning in an EV. There is a nationwide network of fast charging stations which make it possible to travel long distances in an EV. Also, stopping to charge may provide a welcome break. Once you get to your destination you can charge are you go about your business. An alternative could be to use a bus or a train. This choice can offer some time to relax on the way.

Why not take this opportunity to examine how you travel. Do you need two cars for your household? Could you use public transport or active travel more? If you still need two cars then one could be electric.

Often, when there are two cars, the petrol or diesel vehicle is used for the longer journeys and the EV for shorter ones. With newer EVs and a longer range this is changing and the EV becomes the primary vehicle in the house so hold onto your EV keys!

Having access to home charging is a big advantage for an EV driver. If you own a home with a dedicated driveway, you should be able to have a charge point installed. For those renting a property you will probably need the permission of the owner. You no longer need to own an EV to install a charge point. Visit the home charger webpage for details

Apartments are often a little more complex. Charging installation options may change depending on whether car spaces are dedicated or not. You will need to contact the property management company to discuss the option. Solutions for charging in shared spaces are available. Grants are available for existing apartments to install charge point. See the apartment charger grant page for details.

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