Preparing Your Home for an Electric Car

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According to a study by the University of Michigan, using only home charging, it will cost on average around a quarter of the price to run an electric vehicle as compared to a gas car. According to a study by the University of Michigan, using only home charging, it will cost on average around a quarter of the price to run an electric vehicle as compared to a gas car. The Difference Between an Electric Car and a Gas Car The Difference Between an Electric Car and a Gas Car

According to a report by the University of California Davis, most newer EVs can be charged overnight or during a work day and get you an average of 250 miles. According to a report by the University of California Davis, most newer EVs can be charged overnight or during a work day and get you an average of 250 miles. EV Range and Charging Time EV Range and Charging Time

For example, fuel filters, cooling system flushes, transmission servicing, spark plugs, drive belts, and oil changes are not required for EV cars. For example, fuel filters, cooling system flushes, transmission servicing, spark plugs, drive belts, and oil changes are not required for EV cars. Less Maintenance for EVs Less Maintenance for EVs

There are currently two types of residential chargers to choose from: - Level 1 EV chargers deliver a charge at 110 to 120 volts. - Level 2 EV chargers deliver 220 to 240 volts of charge. There are currently two types of residential chargers to choose from: - Level 1 EV chargers deliver a charge at 110 to 120 volts. - Level 2 EV chargers deliver 220 to 240 volts of charge. Charging Options With or Without a Garage Charging Options With or Without a Garage

Many chargers are compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, so they can be pre-programmed and even timed with the lowest electricity rates to save you money. Many chargers are compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, so they can be pre-programmed and even timed with the lowest electricity rates to save you money. Saving Money on Charging Saving Money on Charging

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