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Using more energy efficient vehicles like hybrid and electric vehicles supports the U.S. economy and helps diversify the U.S. transportation fleet. The multiple fuel sources used to generate electricity results in a more secure energy source for the electrified portion of the transportation sector. All of this adds to our nation’s energy security.
Electric cars are efficient, quiet, and torque-rich. They can also be expensive, tend to be heavy, and are plagued by a limited public charging infrastructure—something we expect will get...
Electric motors propel cars many times more efficiently than internal combustion gasoline or diesel engines. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, 87% to 91% of the energy an...
Some benefits of owning an electric car include reduced emissions, lower fuel costs, a smoother driving experience, and greater storage space.
Research and development brought substantial improvements in battery life and lowered overall manufacturing and purchase costs. With more EVs on the road every year, we take a look at why electric cars are better for the environment than gas-powered ones. —.
Electric vehicles are better for the climate than gas-powered cars, but many Americans are still reluctant to buy them. One reason: The larger upfront cost. New data published Thursday...
Electric vehicles offer many benefits, but they also have some disadvantages when compared to conventional gasoline-powered cars. One of the biggest questions prospective electric car buyers face is whether to purchase an all-electric vehicle (AEV), a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), or a gasoline-powered new car.
Answers to frequently asked questions about electric vehicles, including environmental benefits of EVs, charging, cost and more.
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The overall climate benefit of electric cars improves based on the source of electricity used to charge them, with clean energy sources like solar or wind, powering the greatest savings. In 2022, over 40% of the nation’s electricity came from clean sources.