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Electric vehicles (EVs) are all the rage right now. <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n So, it\u2019s little wonder why everyone who\u2019s planning to buy their next car is probably at least considering the traditional car\u2019s electric counterpart. EVs are new, trendy and better for the environment.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n If you\u2019re planning to buy a car and you\u2019re eyeing off that electric people-mover or volt wagon, let\u2019s start by discussing exactly what you need to know so that, by the end, you can answer the question:<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n Is an electric car the right choice for you?<\/i> <\/strong><\/p>\n They truly are the car of the future, today.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n EVs have spiked in popularity over the last couple of years. In fact<\/span>, Electric Vehicle sales have surpassed that of conventional cars in 2020 in Norway<\/span><\/a>, and Australia is not far behind \u2013 with plans for <\/span>EVs to make up 76% of new vehicle sales by 2030<\/span><\/a>. <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n Although electric cars are still generally more expensive than conventional petrol vehicles, people tend to choose an EV for:<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n To date, there are several popular models of electric cars that you can choose from. But <\/span>the EVs available in Australia are built by the following brands<\/span><\/a>:<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n These <\/span>EV <\/span>models come <\/span>in<\/span> various price ranges and features<\/span>,<\/span> which can you learn more about by talking to your trusted <\/span>car <\/span>dealers or through our <\/span>specialist <\/span><\/span>EV <\/span>team at Private Fleet.<\/span><\/span><\/a> <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n To help out, we have compiled some important factors you need to know about owning an electric car:<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n Because of the increasing market share of electric cars, the upfront costs are now less daunting than they used to be. In Australia, you can now buy an electric vehicle for as low as $42,000<\/span><\/a> \u2013 this is not far off from the <\/span>average of $40,916 that Aussies spend on new cars.<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n According to an estimate by the Electric Vehicle Council<\/span><\/a>, the average Australian drives around 15,000km per year. For petrol, this would cost around $2160 annually while this sits at around $600 for electric cars \u2013 that\u2019s $1500 worth of savings per year!<\/span><\/li>\n Governments across Australia offer different incentives and rebate schemes for buying electric cars<\/span><\/a>. Since the programs vary across each state, you can check out the guidelines and eligibility criteria that apply to you from your state government\u2019s website.<\/span><\/li>\n Studies<\/span><\/a> have found that lithium-ion batteries in EVs are as safe as (or even safer than) petrol fuel. In addition, electric cars deliver full torque instantly which means they can accelerate faster than conventional cars.<\/span><\/li>\n EVs need to be recharged and their driving range can vary depending on the car. This must be taken into consideration when making a decision.<\/p>\n There are about 3700 public chargers across 2100 locations across Australia<\/span><\/a> today, which is considerably less when compared to petrol stations. Charging at home is one of the best options and so, this needs to be accommodated for, however the <\/span>integration of charging facilities in all new infrastructure is to be expected<\/span><\/a> going forward<\/span> as EVs become the norm.<\/span> <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n Of course, there are more than just these five factors to think about when choosing a fuel-based case over an electric car, however these should get you started when making a decision.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n So, whenever you\u2019re ready to take the next step towards an EV, it helps to have a vehicle expert who can guide you. If you have questions about electric cars and how you can choose the right one for you, simply <\/span>reach out to us for a chat<\/span><\/a>.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\nWhat are electric cars and why are they popular today?<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/h2>\n
\nElectric cars<\/span><\/a> or Electric Vehicles (EV) have recently risen as a popular alternative to traditional petrol vehicles. All electric cars feature an electric motor in lieu of an internal combustion engine and use a battery pack that needs to be charged through a wall outlet.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n\n
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W<\/span>hat you need to know if <\/span>you\u2019re<\/span> planning to <\/span>buy<\/span> an electric car:<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/h2>\n
\nEvery car buying decision is a process \u2013 and because an electric car is a significant investment, you want to make sure that you are fully informed when making this choice.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n\n
The initial cost of electric cars is now decreasing<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n
The maintenance and fuel costs of electric cars are cheaper than petrol<\/span><\/b>
\n<\/span><\/h3>\nThere are government incentives for purchasing electric cars<\/span><\/b>
\n<\/span><\/h3>\nElectric cars are generally safer and faster than internal combustion engine cars<\/span><\/b>
\n<\/span><\/h3>\nCharging options for EVs need to be accounted for<\/span><\/b>
\n<\/span><\/h3>\nSo, is<\/span> an electric car the right choice for you?<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/h2>\n
\nFrankly, the answer depends on your unique needs and preferences. However, electric cars are set to become the standard vehicle of the future \u2013 making them a great choice today.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\nFind the right <\/span>EV<\/span> for you<\/span> with Private Fleet.<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/h2>\n