Fun Facts About Electric Cars

Have you considered upgrading to an electric car when it comes time to make a change from your current gas-powered vehicle? Electric vehicles are becoming an increasingly popular option in the Joliet area, but we still get a lot of questions about them. Not many drivers know a lot about EVs—and why they may be a better option than gas-powered vehicles! Here are some fun facts about electric cars to help you get familiar with the topic. Explore our inventory of new hybrid and electric vehicles, and then let us help you find the perfect fit.

The First Electric Vehicle Was Built in the 1800s

Pinpointing the precise “first” electric vehicle is difficult, in the 1800s there was a lot of interest in batteries and electric transportation. According to the U.S. Energy Department, “Robert Anderson, a British inventor, developed the first crude electric carriage around this same time,” and a short while later, an Iowa chemist developed his own electric vehicle in 1890.

Electric Vehicles Are Expansive: Including Transit Buses, Trucks, & More!

The electric vehicle you may think of – small, slow – is a thing of the past. Nowadays, electric buses, FedEx, and heavy-duty zero-emissions trucks run throughout Naperville and beyond. Trucks can provide incredible economic savings due to cheaper fueling and operation than diesel trucks.

Flexible Charging Solutions Are On the Rise!

People sometimes express concern about charging up their vehicles because they think there aren’t enough charging stations. Not only are there plenty of charging stations popping up in the Plainfield area, but home charging stations are the norm when it comes to charging your model. You can charge your vehicle at work, your grocery store, the mall, or any other major establishment. Having an EV doesn’t limit you to just charging your vehicle at home.

There Are Five Different Types of Electric Vehicles

Most people have a somewhat limited understanding of what’s considered an electric vehicle and exactly what falls into that category. Electric vehicles rely on different types of batteries, which require different charging methods:

1. Battery EVs run entirely on electric motors and batteries. They are recharged from the power grid, and their mileage range is 100-300 per charge.
2. Plug-In Hybrids use rechargeable batteries, electric motors, and internal combustion engines. Their all-electric range is 30-40 miles per charge.
3. Hybrid EVs use small electric batteries and internal combustion engines. Their batteries are charged by the engine and regenerative braking.
4. Extended-Range EVs that use rechargeable batteries and internal combustion engines. Their batteries are charged by the vehicle’s engine or by the power grid.
5. Neighborhood EVs use batteries that are recharged from a 120-volt grid. They can reach a maximum speed of 30 mph.

Explore Electric Vehicles in Depth with Tyson Motor Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

After exploring some facts about electric cars, are you curious to learn more? The Tyson Motor Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram team provides the highest quality of service—and we’re here to help you find the perfect vehicle for your Shorewood drives. We are happy to discuss potential tax incentives, our current specials, and more to help you get behind the wheel of an EV as soon as possible!