by Lori Straus Electric vehicles (EV) and hybrid vehicles (HV) are growing in popularity, and many countries—Canada included—have declared when they plan to have all-electric cars on the roads. However, manufacturers still build most of these vehicles outside of Canada. In this blog post, we’ll tell you which electric and hybrid vehicles are made in
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Electric Pick-up Trucks
by Chris Chase Electric vehicles are in vogue right now, with automakers and proponents of emissions-free driving touting them as the future of personal transportation. Right now, you can buy battery-powered models in the compact and mid-size car and crossover categories. Soon, however, pickup truck fans should also have a range of EV options to
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Buying a Used Electric Car
By Chris Chase Like any new technology, buying an electric vehicle can be an intimidating prospect the first time around. But while there are some major differences between owning and driving an EV and a gas-powered car, most of the used-EV buying process will be familiar if you’ve bought a used car or truck before.
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Maintenance and Electric Cars
by Chris Chase With its relatively new technology, electric vehicle (EV) ownership raises a lot of questions. We’ve already answered a couple of them in our articles about how long it takes to charge an EV and how much charging one costs. Some other common ownership questions revolve around electric car maintenance. Do EVs need
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How Much Does It Cost To Charge An Electric Vehicle
Despite their high profile in the media, electric vehicles make up a small percentage of vehicle sales. For the most part, that’s because many drivers aren’t sure if an EV would suit their lifestyle. But another thing that has hurt take-up is the perception that charging an electric vehicle at home would be more expensive
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How Long Will it Take to Charge an Electric Vehicle?
by Chris Chase If you’ve got questions about battery-powered cars, you’re not alone. Every time I review an electric vehicle (EV), I can count on at least one stranger asking about some aspect of the ownership experience. The most common question after “How far will it go on a charge?” is “How long does it
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Top 5 Vehicles to Buy New and Used
The debate over whether it’s smarter to buy a vehicle new or used will never end. Used-car proponents cite depreciation-related savings and the fact that pre-owned cars come with fewer fees added to their prices. Meanwhile, the peace of mind of a full manufacturer’s warranty plays most heavily in favour of a new car. But
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Slow Selling Vehicles
The automotive market analysts at iSeeCars.com have compiled a list of the 10 slowest-selling used vehicles among one- to three-year-old models. If price is your primary consideration for your next gently used car or truck, this list is a good starting point.
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Best Value for Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles
Certified pre-owned (CPO) vehicle sales programs began as a way for upscale car makers to boost resale values for off-lease vehicles. More recently, they have been adopted by mainstream brands to soothe used-vehicle buyers’ anxieties about quality and reliability.
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Electric vs Gasoline Car Costs
For now, the initial purchase price of an EV car is higher than a similar-sized gas-powered car. However, the yearly savings on fuel and maintenance costs make buying an electric car a very interesting option.
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