Fast Facts To Know If Considering Buying An Electric Vehicle (EV)

As the war in Iran surpasses 5 weeks of conflict, and with gas prices going up seemingly every day, some would-be car buyers are considering going electric perhaps fir the first time.

And in 2026, there are a number of choices for consumers who want to leave the gas pump in the rearview mirror.

Price

Prices for most brand new electric cars start at $31,000 for say a brand new Nissan Leaf and go up from there to well over a hundred thousand dollars for the Tesla Cyber Beast or a Mercedes-Benz EV. These are examples.

But whether you want a compact, simple EV or a big stylish SUV EV or luxury sedan, there are considerations that an electric car buyer must take into account that traditional, gas-powered car buyers will not. Here are some other important facts to know before buying an EV.

Service & Repair

Service for electric vehicles are not as widely available as it is for gas-powered cars, and that’s important to know. If you purchase a brand-new EV, you will get a warranty that comes with the vehicle which will relieve you of concerns over repairs during the warranty period.

But if yuo keep your car beyond the warranty period, repairs will come just as with any other vehicle and getting your EV in for service can be time consuming and often requires patience.

Service requests for Tesla out of warranty vehicles can take weeks to fulfill and service requests are done via the Tesla app, a hassle for tech-averse consumers who are used to just showing up to a shop and getting their car fixed. Finding a reliable mechanic, forming a relationship, and sticking with that shop is a good idea.

Charging

Charging an electric car can be inconvenient to those who are used to pulling up to a gas pump and getting a full tank in less than 5 minutes. Depending on the EVs range and battery capacity, charging an electric car can take as little as 15 minutes to an hour, depending on the amount of energy a car has prior to charging, how fast the particular charging station is operating once you pull onto the lot, and of course if there are any available charging slots to begin with.

There are a number of EV charging stations located across metro Atlanta, conveniently located near shopping centers and retail destinations. Tesla offers its own supercharging stations, which are often busy, but typically offer the ability for a non-Tesla owner to charge their car on site as well.

Many Tesla supercharging stations host other companies’ chargers as well and many non-Tesla vehicles can plug in at the Tesla designated supercharging units if a diver has an adapter for that purpose.

As far as pricing goes, the cost to fully charge an EV from 1 mile to a full charge, for instance, can range from $8 to around $20, which is much cheaper than a gallon of gas.

Maintenance

An EV does not have many of the components found in a gas-powered car such as an alternator, starter, conventional battery, or water pump–parts that typically go bad over time in gas vehicles. It is still recommended you have your EV regularly maintenance by a mechanic who knows how to service an EV.

In an EV, battery life is paramount. Following manufacturer recommendations with regard to charging habits and other care is important. In your electric vehicle, brakes, suspension components, and tires tend to be the primary sources of repair so maintaining those parts is essential to getting the best service and range from your car and to also ensure it operates safely.

Charging Range

When EVs began to hit the market in the early 2010s, many had a very limited range of travel. 50 miles on a full charge was the standard.

Today, many EVs can top 250 miles of travel on a full charge and much more.

Final Notes:

According to auto industry analysts, more than 10% of the vehicles operating on American roads are now fully electric or a combination of fuel/electricity powered, which is called a Hybrid.

This is a first in the history of motoring, and that number is expected to increase as time goes on. Today, the majority of automotive manufacturers offer an EV for purchase.

Unfortunately, the Biden-era $7500 EV tax credit, which could also be used as a down payment, was done away with by the Trump administration, a move consumers advocates say impacted sales of new and used electric vehicles by making the cars less affordable for many car buyers. So, if you decide to give an EV a chance, do your research, compare prices, and learn more and visit a dealer to take a spin.

Happy motoring!