What are the advantages of electric cars?

Electric vehicles (EVs) are the future of driving – and they’re available today at Riverside Motor Group. Here are just some reasons why you should consider choosing an EV:

  • Environmentally friendly
  • Low running costs
  • Lower energy tariffs available
  • Quieter driving experience
  • Minimal noise pollution
  • No congestion charges
  • Free parking available
  • Enhanced resale value

Benefits of electric cars explored

We’ve just touched on some of the advantages of owning an electric car – let’s highlight three of them.

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    Better for our planet Since EVs run on electricity only, they produce no CO2 or NOx emissions whatsoever. Indeed, EVs are the future of sustainable motoring and are already playing a significant part in working towards a greener Earth.
    Lower running costs An EV is the most affordable type of motor car to run; it’s cheaper to charge an EV’s battery than it is to top-up a combustion engine-powered vehicle with petrol or diesel.

    No congestion charges If you drive your EV around a city that enforces congestion charges, you won’t have to pay a penny in congestion fees – which means a £15 saving in Central London, for example.

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    View electric and hybrid vehicles from our franchises

    We stock a wide range of high-quality vehicles, including many electric, plug-in hybrid and hybrid models. Indeed, we stock some of the very best such cars, including the Honda Jazz, the Volvo XC90 and the CUPRA Born.

    Frequently Asked Questions​

    Is it a good year to buy an electric car?

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    Yes. EV sales are booming and more and more motorists are embracing all-electric driving, which is hardly surprising since there are a great many incentives to do so.

    How much does it cost to charge an electric car?

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    It depends on the car and its battery capacity. For example, it costs £12* for the Honda e to be fully charged at home.

    *This is an average figure which is correct at the time of writing. The actual cost will depend on your energy-supplier tariff and other factors

    How long do electric car batteries last?

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    According to the National Grid, the average life expectancy of an EV battery is between 15 and 20 years.

    Will all cars be electric by 2035?

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    On 28 October 2022, the European Commission welcomed a Europe-wide agreement (including the UK) to end the production of emission-producing vehicles by 2035.

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