Why Buy an EV?

Driving an EV can help you lower fuel costs and feel good about driving something greener for the environment. If you’re considering switching to an EV or even a hybrid, then you’re in the right place. We’ve put together some of the best benefits of driving an EV that you might not have thought about before. Take a look at our list of EV benefits, and then visit our dealership to test-drive any of our Volkswagen EV and hybrid models!

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Benefits of EVs

There are plenty of exciting benefits and advantages that EVs offer that you won’t find in traditional gas-powered vehicles. Here are some of the best benefits of driving an EV:

• Zero Tailpipe Emissions: Because there’s no combustion engine, there are fewer tailpipe emissions, making EVs much cleaner for the environment.
• Incentives: Many EVs come with tax incentives and other kinds of deductions. These incentives vary depending on the vehicle and where you live, so reach out to our finance center if you have questions regarding EV tax incentives.
• No Fuel Costs: EVs run solely on electric power, meaning you can skip paying to fill your car up at the gas station.
• Less Maintenance: Since EVs have no gas engines in them, they have fewer moving parts to service and maintain. This will significantly lower the amount of service and maintenance your EV needs.

Charging a Volkswagen EV

Now that you know about the benefits of driving an EV, let’s take a look at what goes into keeping your EV charged. There are essentially three methods of charging an EV:

• Level 1 Charging: This method takes the longest to charge, and it’s best to use this method if you plan on keeping your EV plugged in overnight. Level 1 Charging can be done in your home or garage with a standard 120-volt household power outlet.
• Level 2 Charging: This method is significantly quicker than Level 1 Charging and can also be done at home. Level 2 Charging will usually require a kit to be installed into your home or garage by an electrician.
• DC Fast Charging: This is the fastest charging method for your EV, and these kinds of chargers can usually be found in public places like grocery stores, libraries, and gas stations. DC Fast Charging can usually have an EV at full battery levels in well under an hour.

The best part about driving a Volkswagen EV is that you’ll have plenty of public charging options. You can find public EV chargers online to efficiently plan out your route and stay charged on the go.

Upgrade to an EV in Encinitas

Are you ready to change the way you drive with a Volkswagen EV? Contact us online or visit us in Encinitas to test-drive any of our EVs and see which one of our available models is perfect for you!