Everything you need to know about EV - Americans are buying electric cars in huge numbers. No longer just limited to Tesla, GM, Ford, Toyota, Hyundai and every automaker are updating their top models for an EV future, pickups and SUVs included! The first hybrids were sold in the early 2010s, and full-electric cars soon followed and began to gain in popularity. Many are turning to the electric car to save money at the pump and make a conscious effort to quell greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate climate control. Automakers are taking notice, as most have committed to converting most, if not all, of their models to electric in coming decade. We introduce first-time buyers to the differences between hybrid and full-electric, the pros and cons of each, and the terms and definitions that describe the relatively new industry. Topics like tax credits, recharging stations, general maintenance, and long-distance road trips are thoroughly discussed. The magazine highlights in detail, not only nearly all of the full-electric cars offered for sale in the United States this year and next, plus the popular hybrid models available on the market today. Each entry focuses on the pertinent statistics and price-points so any potential buyer can make an informed comparison
THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO ELECTRIC CARS
A BRAVE NEW WORLD • Thanks to government incentives and state tax rebates, more people are buying electric and hybrid vehicles now than ever. In 2011, only about 17,000 plug-in hybrids and all-electric cars were sold in the United States, but by 2022, that number had climbed sharply to above 6 million. With the sudden adoption of any new technology, there is a learning curve, buyer education and changes to infrastructure. How do hybrid and electric cars work? Where can one charge them? What about long trips? What is the future of EV technology? Find out here.
THE FIRST SPARK • Hop on in for a ride through the rise and fall and rise again of the electric car.
WHAT ARE HEV, FHEV, PHEV AND BEV? • Decoding—and exploring—all the different options that are out there.
YOUR A-TO-Z GUIDE • There are numerous acronyms and high-tech terminology associated within the EV world. While some terms are straightforward, others are new and might need explaining. Here’s a helpful summary.
FACTS AND STATISTICS • The world of EVs is ever-changing. Here are some fun tidbits and surprising numbers.
AN ELECTRIC CAR AND YOU • These factors can help decide if it’s the right time to buy one.
HOW DO CHARGING STATIONS WORK? • Here’s how to get your car the juice it needs to keep you on the go.
EXTRA ENTICEMENTS • Learn about what government incentives and tax credits are out there.
KEEP YOUR CAR ROADWORTHY • Follow this guide for the proper upkeep of your vehicle.
ELECTRIFYING ROAD TRIPPING • Now that you’ve got an EV, it’s time to hit the open road.
A CHARGED UP AMERICA • Here’s what the future may hold for electric cars and hybrid vehicles.
EVs ON THE MARKET • The demand for electric vehicles is expanding, and the options for buyers are increasing. With many new models available for purchase or order and dozens more to be added to the list in the next couple of years, the choices are nearly limitless. Want a truck? The Ford Lightning debuted in 2022. Interested in an SUV? Check out the Rivian R1S. And with the introduction of the Polestar 2, the Porsche Taycan and the Cadillac Lyriq, there’s no shortage of sporty luxury options.
AUDI | E-TRON GT
AUDI | E-TRON AND E-TRON SPORTBACK
AUDI | Q4 E-TRON AND Q4 E-TRON SPORTBACK
BMW | i4
BMW | iX
CADILLAC | LYRIQ
CHEVROLET | BOLT EV AND EUV
FISKER | OCEAN
FORD | F-150 LIGHTNING
FORD | MUSTANG MACH-E
GENESIS | GV60
GMC | HUMMER...
