We like it or not, electric vehicles are here to stay and their numbers are growing with more and more rapid charging points added by the day. But are there any benefits in buying an electric vehicle in Kent instead of the more traditional petrol or diesel?
Bellow I will walk you through a few of them. I’m fully aware of the limitations we still need to overcome for a wide spread of electric vehicles in Kent and the rest of the UK but hopefully I will be able to help you to make an informed decision in buying one or not.
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One of the most attractive reasons to move to an electric vehicle is their very small negative environmental impact. Unlike traditional fuel-powered cars, electric ones have zero emissions, reducing air pollution the harmful effects of greenhouse gases. By buying an electric vehicle, we can significantly decrease our carbon footprint, combating climate change and preserving the planet for future generations.
Electric vehicles are inherently more energy efficient than the petrol/diesel ones. They convert a much higher percentage of the energy from their source (electric grid) to power up your vehicle, making them a more eco-friendly choice. Further, the battery technology keeps advancing by increasing their storage capacity, while reducing or keeping at the same size, allowing them to cover longer distances on a single charge. By increasing their efficiency it helps to reduce their energy consumption and a more sustainable energy future.
While the initial investment for an electric vehicle might seem a bit steep, and with nor many 2nd hand on sale yet, the long-term cost savings making them more affordable. Electric vehicles have lower running costs since electricity is generally cheaper than petrol or diesel, and maintenance requirements are a lot less due to fewer moving parts. Additionally, as most people charge their electric cars overnight, you can benefit from cheaper electricity tariffs by adding an Economy 7 meter to your home.
The reduction of air pollution is a hot topic especially to larger cities like London. Air pollution has been proven to be a major contributor to many heath issues. As I have mentioned above, electric vehicle had zero emissions and the more of them we have around the cleaner the air will be resulting to healthier people!
The ever increasing number of electric vehicles means that a new generation of car mechanics specializing in them needs to be created which will result to more job opportunities especially for the younger generations.
So, what do think? Would you be interested in making your next car an electric?
