This video provides an overview of electric cars, discussing their technology, benefits, and impact on the environment. It explains how electric cars work, their advantages over gasoline vehicles, and the various types of electric vehicles available in the market. The video also highlights the future trends in electric vehicle technology.
The first electric car was a motorized carriage in the early 1830s. But today, when we talk about electric cars, they are battery electric vehicles, or BEVs. Most modern electric car batteries use energy-dense lithium-ion. The battery is charged by inserting a charging plug into the car's charge port. The car's onboard charger converts that electrical current into a format that can charge the battery. The electric motor then converts electrical energy into mechanical energy to drive the wheels. Some of the biggest advantages of EV ownership are lower maintenance costs, no oil changes, no transmission rebuilds, and reduced wear and tear on the braking system. Electric cars can also be cheaper to refuel. But electric cars are not perfect. Batteries are heavy, and over a long period of time, their capacity could deteriorate. To help with this issue, federal regulations mandate that automakers cover the battery with a warranty of at least 8 years or 100,000 miles. Electric cars generally have higher suggested retail prices than most gasoline vehicles. However, financial incentives from the government can lower their total cost. One of the best-known incentives is from the federal government, which offers up to $7,500 off the MSRP of some vehicles if they meet certain qualifications. You can research available incentives using the GreenCars Incentive Tool, or ask your sales associate. Thanks for watching. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel to get recommendations for other useful content on green cars and how they can work best for you.