Go Electric with Jim Glover

A common question from Bixby car shoppers regarding electric car technology is, “How far can an EV actually go?” Lots of people are afraid that an electric car won’t make it through a week’s worth of driving or that you’ll be high and dry when on a road trip. 

Thankfully, the Bolt EV gives you an EPA-estimated 259 miles of range on a single charge while the Bolt EUV comes in at a respectable EPA-estimated 247 miles. With fast DC charging standard on both models, you can get fully charged in under two hours. With the myChevy app, your Chevy will even tell you where you can get DC fast charging to make those road trips a snap.

Another question we’re often asked is, “What are some of the key electric vehicle benefits?” Foremost, you’ll enjoy total freedom from skyrocketing gas prices. It’s hard to argue with that! You’ll also experience long-term savings from lower maintenance costs since EVs don’t need certain service tasks, like oil changes. Other electric vehicle benefits include: 

• Smaller Carbon Footprint: Owasso environmental enthusiasts love EVs for their ability to operate on electricity from renewable energy sources. By eliminating the need for non-renewable fossil fuels, you’re slashing your greenhouse gas emissions to almost zero.
• Quieter Ride: EVs don’t have as much engine noise due to their lack of internal combustion engines, so you will enjoy a more serene and peaceful commute.
• Powerful, Efficient Performance: Tulsa performance enthusiasts, rejoice! EVs are capable of producing near-instantaneous torque, so your drives will not be short on thrills.

There are plenty of electric vehicle benefits, but is it expensive to maintain an EV? Well, electric vehicles typically have fewer parts than gas-powered vehicles, which means less upkeep is required. Here are just a few areas you’ll no longer have to pay to maintain when you make the switch to an EV:

• Oil changes 
• Gasket replacements 
• Cooling system flushes
• Belt replacements
• Spark plugs

Perhaps the most important thing to remember about owning an EV is taking proper care of the battery. EV batteries typically last between 15 and 20 years. However, if you constantly drive your EV with a low battery, it can cause long-term damage that could prompt the need for a replacement prematurely.