Ownership

How do you claim the full $7,500 EV tax credit? The list of EVs that qualify for the $7,500 EV tax credit is a short one now that the government's latest regulations have been implemented. However, almost all electric cars qualify for the full EV credit if you lease.

While electric cars continue to be more expensive to repair in 2024 than gasoline cars, resulting in higher insurance premiums, the gap between gasoline and EV repair costs has narrowed. And better repair procedures now mean that fewer EVs are written off than gasoline vehicles.

When considering the purchase of an electric vehicle (EV), one crucial aspect that often gets overlooked is the need for specialized tires. These high-tech vehicles require tires designed to handle their increased performance and additional weight.

It’s now common knowledge that electric cars generally cost less to maintain than gasoline-powered vehicles thanks to fewer moving parts. But what about the cost for collision repair after an accident?

It's often said that frequent Level 3 fast charging can cause an EV's battery to degrade over time. But data from industry aggregator Recurrent shows that modern EVs' software protects battery capacity and range over many years.

Cars are lasting longer than ever. But which cars stay the longest with their original owners? Turns out the overall champion is a venerable hybrid hatchback.

We know that electric cars lose range in cold weather. But does hot weather have the same effect? Find out how much range popular EVs lose in the summer.

Data from Consumer Reports and The Zebra suggest EVs cost more to insure than gasoline vehicles. But they should, over the life of the vehicle, still cost less to operate thanks to lower fuel and maintenance costs.

Some EV pickup truck owners have been disappointed with the range their electric trucks deliver while towing. We take a closer look at the factors that affect range, how to maximize it, and your other options.

If you're buying an electric car, you should also be thinking about purchasing and installing a home charger. Home charging is cheaper, more convenient, and better for your car. Lexus has partnered with ChargePoint to offer chargers and installation to purchasers of its new RZ 450e electric SUV.

What's it like to drive a MINI Cooper S Electric, which has a EPA-rated range of just 114 miles, from Los Angeles to Las Vegas? Where do you stop and charge? Read on to find out.

If you drive an electric car, you may find yourself wearing out tires a lot faster than you were used to with a gasoline vehicle – and spending a bit more on tires in general. We explain why - and help you choose the best replacement tires for your EV.

If you’ve purchased an EV, or if you are investigating one, it is worth checking to ensure that the vehicle in question doesn't have any open recalls. We explain how - and what to look out for.

For their recent report, called “The True Cost,” Clean Energy Canada analyzed a number of popular electric vehicle models, comparing their total ownership costs with that of their closest gasoline equivalents. Without exception, they discovered that driving electric was financially rewarding.

Electric vehicles don’t need regular oil and other fluid changes, so what does that mean for dealership service departments? Well, electric cars still have tires, brakes, and other car parts - we explain servicing in this article.