Environmental Impact
54% less carbon emissions
Electric cars currently produce 54% less lifetime carbon pollution than gasoline cars, which could grow to 71% by 2050 as the power supply gets cleaner. EVs result in more efficient use of the energy grid, which lowers the average cost to better serve Indianapolis residents, especially when customers enroll in programs like EV Managed Charging.
Greenhouse Gases are emitted from the tailpipes of cars and trucks that combust fuel. They trap energy in the atmosphere, directly causing it to warm (i.e. climate change) and they stay in the atmosphere for 100+ years.2 By choosing to drive an EV, you are helping to reduce harmful air pollution from exhaust emissions for a more sustainable future for your community and the planet.
It's true that when assessing the total emissions of electric cars relative to fuel-powered cars, the source of electricity may create carbon pollution. However, according to the EPA, even when accounting for these emissions, research shows that electric cars typically produce lower total levels of Greenhouse Gases than the average new gasoline car.
It's true that when assessing the total emissions of electric cars relative to fuel-powered cars, the source of electricity may create carbon pollution. However, according to the EPA, even when accounting for these emissions, research shows that electric cars typically produce lower total levels of Greenhouse Gases than the average new gasoline car.
Fuel combustion also creates smog-forming emissions (i.e. nitrogen oxide, non-methane organic gases, carbon monoxide, particulate matter, and formaldehyde). These can result in a visible haze, especially over major cities, focal points of commuting and traffic congestion. Smog can be hard on the respiratory system and cause difficulty breathing and trigger lung diseases like asthma, emphysema and chronic bronchitis.
The Future Looks Electric
Battery Recycling
EV Battery Recycling and closed loop reuse of select materials can reduce the overall emissions associated with driving an electric car. R&D at the DOE is making strides to expedite improvements in both the process and rate of lithium-ion battery recycling. Success with recycled materials in EV batteries could also help lower costs.
A Cleaner Grid
Electric Grids are getting much cleaner (i.e. where the electricity to charge electric vehicles comes from). Currently, most utilities draw from a grid powered by a mix of fossil fuel and renewable power plants but many, like AES Indiana have substantial plans to decarbonize their grid.
Fully Electric Lineups
Car Manufacturers are making commitments to the transition to fully electric in less than five years. As reported on in the New York Times, Jaguar has committed to an all-EV lineup by 2025, and Ford has announced it will invest $29B in that time frame. Closely behind is GM, Mini Cooper, Volvo and others who have committed to a full transition by 2030.
On average, fueling a car with electricity is roughly the same as gas at $1/gallon of fueling with gasoline, thanks to EV’s performance efficiency and the lower cost of electricity. The cost for charging can vary whether you're at home or using public chargers, but on average, electricity costs less than gasoline.
A majority of new EVs are priced in the $30,000 range, which is on par with the average cost of a new gas-powered car. If you haven't already, check out our Cost of Ownership calculator above to discover how much you could save by switching to an EV.
Both EVs and PHEVs require minimal scheduled maintenance to their electrical systems, which can include the battery, electrical motor, and associated electronics. In general, EVs require less maintenance than conventional vehicles because there are usually fewer fluids to change and far fewer moving parts.
Our team of electric car specialists are available to answer any questions you may have about this process.
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