EV Savings and Benefits

One of the main reasons why electric vehicles are so attractive is that they completely eliminate fuel expenditures. The savings don’t end there though, as you’ll be able to benefit from rebates, refunds, lowered maintenance costs, and so much more. To learn more about the advantages, look through this overview, then contact us at Spreen Subaru to have all of your questions about the Solterra answered. We’re eager to hear from you! 

Maintenance

Starting with routine maintenance, you won’t need to spend as much time and money on your vehicle, since combustion engines have significantly more moving parts compared to their electric counterparts. For instance, since EVs don’t have engines, you’ll avoid having to worry about oil changes. Additionally, they don’t house traditional transmission systems, you can avoid replacing the fluid necessary to regulate constant gear changes. Not to mention, EVs typically come with regenerative braking, which converts the kinetic energy that comes from stopping to power the battery can use later. Because of this, you’ll have reduced brake wear and will be able to extend the lifespan of the pads and rotors. 

Electric Vehicle Tax Credits

Moving forward, you’ll receive incentives in the form of tax credits and rebates by choosing to switch to clean energy. Thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, drivers who purchase or lease a new electric vehicle will be able to qualify for a tax credit of up to $7,5001. If you opt for a pre-owned electric model, you’ll have the opportunity to redeem a rebate of up to $4,0001. And, since we’re located in California, this opens an influx of doors relating to savings. To start, there is an Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Tax Refund with possible credits of $1,0002. For potential savings of the same amount, there is also the available Personal Use EV Charger Rebate2, which applies to drivers that have a Level 2 wallbox installed at their residences. Lastly, the Zero Emission Vehicle Rebate will also allow you to retain up to $1,0002, making purchasing an EV a fantastic asset and investment. 

Convenience Savings

To wrap things up, we’ll take a look at how driving an electric car will benefit you in terms of saving time. To start, you won’t have to leave your house early to stop at the gas station before heading to the office, because you’ll be able to plug in your vehicle from home. If you do need to charge while on the go, you can kill two birds with one stone, since many grocery stores and malls have DC Fast Chargers located on site. This way, you can complete your errand runs while your Solterra is connected. Lastly, gaining a full battery will cost as much as $10, which is far more inexpensive than a tank of gas. When you’re ready to test drive our EVs, visit our location!