Hyundai Brings Alternative Fueled Vehicles to You
Can you feel the electricity in the air? You should. Because any time you ride on the highway or city streets in Lake Charles or Sulphur, LA, you're bound to run into an electric-powered vehicle. Each week, we see more and more hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric vehicles (EVs) purchased from our inventory. And as they grow in popularity, you might be leaning towards buying or leasing an alternative fuel vehicle. If so, we've got some information that might come in handy.
Charging Your EV from Home
Charging your vehicle from home, along with efficiency, is a major selling point for buying an alternative fuel vehicle. Imagine waking up to start your work week in Moss Bluff, LA, with a fully charged vehicle. No need to stop at a gas station and dump your lunch money into the tank. With a home charging system, you can have convenient power with a simple plug-in.
Your alternative fueled vehicle will be equipped with a Level 1 or Level 2 charging device. The Level 2 charger will be the quickest way to power your car from home. Most times, it will require professional installation and setup. But you can charge your electric car with a standard 120V home outlet, 208-240V outlet like those used by your dryer.
The quickest of them all will be a Level 3 public charging device. Some vehicles allow an 80 percent recharge in just 15 minutes. There are thousands of public charging stations available throughout the nation. So, you can plug in your current address and perform a google search to find the closest public charging port in Jennings, LA, or Orange, TX.
Battery Care
Maintaining care for your alternative fuel vehicle is less expensive than the typical gas-powered vehicles. Since they've reduced the components, it takes to run the vehicle, that's less your mechanic has to inspect or repair. But the one thing that matters most for your EV is your battery care.
You may have heard of the 80/20 rule. If you keep your battery charged at 100 percent, its energy will drain quicker. As weird as it sounds, it's true. The goal is to keep the battery at no more than 80 percent and no less than 20 percent. If you keep your battery power within that range, you're in the sweet spot. With regular maintenance and upkeep, you can expect your battery to last between seven to ten years.
Differentiating Between EVs, Hybrids, and Plug-in Hybrids
EVs, hybrids, and plug-in hybrids are designed to increase your efficiency and convenience. And while the general idea behind the three is similar, they aren't exactly the same.
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