Electric Vehicle Buying Guide

Electric vehicles have been gaining popularity in recent years, and for good reason. Not only are they more environmentally friendly, but they also offer advanced technological features that traditional gas-powered cars may not provide. One of these features is infotainment systems, which allow drivers to access various entertainment and navigation options while on the road. […]

Prospective electric vehicle (EV) shoppers often ask, “How much does it cost to drive an electric car?” Unfortunately, the answer is not straightforward. To determine the cost to drive an electric car, you need to consider factors such as the specific EV model, electricity, maintenance, and insurance costs. The cost of driving an EV is […]

The fastest electric vehicle in the world is the Rimac Nevera. It has a top speed of 258 miles per hour and a price tag of 2.2 million dollars. For our top 10 list, we are only including affordable consumer electric vehicles available in the United States as of 2023. So you won’t see the […]

One of the new features we just released is called value score. Value aims to address the best electric vehicle deals. Our value score looks at over 40 data dimensions across seven categories to rank and determines the best deals for your money. Our information covers the following: The closer a value score is to […]

If you are wondering what electric vehicles have the most cargo space, we have you covered. We looked at all available electric vehicles and ranked which could carry the most cargo. Cargo Space Definitions Storage Capacity: The total amount of cargo space in the vehicle with all seats in the upright position. Storage with seats […]

Owning an electric vehicle comes with challenges, and being prepared can make life easier. Over the years, I compiled a list of items I own that have improved my electric vehicle ownership experience. Here is my list of electric vehicle accessories every owner should consider. Carry a Portable Tire Inflator Most electric vehicles do not […]

The U.S. federal government is offering a clean vehicle tax credit to help promote the purchase of electric vehicles as an effort to reduce carbon emissions. The clean vehicle tax credit of up $7,500 depends on several factors. Here are some details on what is needed to qualify for the tax credit. Consult the Internal […]

Electric Vehicles with the Best Acceleration in 2023 Looking for an electric vehicle with some serious acceleration that won’t break the bank? Look no further because we’ve ranked our top 10 for 2023. This year we looked at crazy-fast consumer-level models available in the United States and ranked them by how quickly they can accelerate […]

You may be wondering what is an electric car federal tax credit. The US government provides people incentives to switch from gas to electric cars and will give you up to a $7,500 tax credit to make the change. This article will cover why there is an electric car tax credit, who qualifies for it, […]

Electric car performance rankings can be a subjective topic. When we think of electric car performance, one would need quickness, high top speed, and the ability to have good traction in various road conditions. To rank the electric car’s performance, we took more of a data-driven approach to ranking vehicles based on the described attributes. […]

This article aims to identify and rank the electric cars with the longest range. Electric vehicle range can either be manufacturer-provided or EPA range. The electric vehicle ranges we provide are sourced from vehicle manufacturers. To learn about EPA range methodology, visit the EPA website. A quick disclaimer on the electric car range is that […]

Looking for the most affordable electric vehicles in 2023? With consumer prices on the rise, from fuel to groceries to vehicles, more people are considering electric vehicles. If you want to explore the most affordable electric vehicles to drive, you can visit our vehicle search tool and select ‘Cost to Drive’ and ‘Economy’ to see […]

You’re here, and you’re looking for that final push. Do it. Go buy a Tesla now. You know you want to. Ok, ok, you’re still here. We get it, and you just need a few more reasons to purchase one of the most well-known and exciting EVs on the market. Well, here are five great […]

I will provide five reasons not to buy a Tesla written by a Tesla owner. Let me start by saying my family has owned a Model S and Model X Tesla since 2018. We love electric vehicles’ convenience, lower maintenance, and ownership cost and cannot imagine returning to a gas-powered car.  We bought our Tesla electric […]

Looking for the most affordable electric vehicles in 2022? With consumer prices on the rise, from fuel to groceries to vehicles, more people are considering EVs. According to cars.com, electric vehicle searches were up 173% in March. The only problem is the prices of EVs are also rising. Tesla recently announced an increase of as […]

Buying new vs. used is one of the biggest considerations you’ll make when shopping for your next car.  But what about the choice to buy used electric cars? Are there additional considerations to factor in? What about a used electric car vs. a used gas-powered vehicle?  We’ll address these questions, plus some pros and cons […]

So you’ve decided to buy an electric vehicle for your next purchase, and don’t know where to start? If shopping for a new car wasn’t difficult enough, now we need to learn about everything that goes into owning an electric vehicle (battery distance, charge time, electricity costs, etc.) and may not know where to start. […]

Over 61% of car shoppers do not have a specific car in mind when buying a new vehicle. Instead, shoppers seek a vehicle that will best meet their needs within their price range. Car sites provide search methods that cater to shoppers who know what vehicle they want. Electric Driver created a needs-based search to […]

  Is now the right time to buy an electric car? This was the question on my mind back in 2018. When we were looking to repurchase a new car, there were reports of Tesla running out of cash. The company’s future was in question. In 2018, Tesla qualified for the federal tax credit, plus California and […]

“Let’s Meet the Electric Car of your Dreams” That right there is the tagline slathered across our homepage (at least at the time of this writing.) It’s beautiful and hard to miss. It’s more than just a tagline for us because we’re automotive matchmakers at heart. You may think all this talk of hearts and dreams is […]