This week, East Coast FM looked at Electric Vehicles
Did you know…
- Electric Vehicles (EV’s) are powered by an electric engine, and don’t need petrol
- There are also different types of EV’s, like hybrids, that use electricity and petrol
- EV’s can be charged conveniently at home where it would already be parked
- Some grants may be available for purchasing an EV in Ireland
What are the greater benefits of electric vehicles?
- EV’s make no carbon emissions and reduce greenhouse gasses that cause climate change
- EV’s reduce noise pollution significantly in cities since they make little to no noise
- Less maintenance is required since EV’s have less parts than non-electric vehicles
- EV’s cost less to maintain overall because they have less parts to update frequently than non-electric vehicles
How can I see if an electric vehicle is right for me?
- Learn about different kinds of EV’s, such as electric or hybrids, that suits your lifestyle
- Compare vehicle types and brands that fit your requirements with online search guides
- See if you should invest in an EV or if alternate forms of sustainable transportation, like biking or using public transportation, are right for you
Here’s a few websites if you want to know more
- https://www.seai.ie/technologies/electric-vehicles/buying-an-ev/ – Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland Buying an Electric Vehicle
- https://content.sierraclub.org/evguide/ – Sierra Club’s Electric Vehicle Guide
- https://www.seai.ie/grants/electric-vehicle-grants/ – Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland Electric Vehicle Grants
