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Why Buy an Electric Car? Discover the Perks of EVs

2022 Volkswagen ID.4

Electric cars continue to gain in popularity across all automakers, and the costs of these vehicles will continue to come down as more are produced. Even better, government incentives and rebates can make EV ownership even more attractive as you think about putting one in your St Louis or St Peters garage.

Find out why you should buy an electric car with our guide. Then, stop by for a test drive to get behind the wheel of a new VW ID.4!

Why Should You Buy an Electric Car in St. Louis?

So, why should you buy an electric car? Buying an EV has many advantages over a vehicle with an internal combustion engine. Let’s go over why you should buy an electric car.

  • Lower Costs: EVs have fewer moving parts, so your maintenance costs are lower. There are no pistons, no radiator, and no complicated transmission that’s extremely expensive to repair. You could pay anywhere from one-fourth to half of your gas costs to recharge your EV at home in your Webster garage!
  • Cutting-Edge Technology: Electric cars have high-definition displays that monitor energy usage and other crucial aspects of EV performance. You’ll feel like you’re in the pilot’s seat of a starship rather than an earthbound SUV setting a course through St. Louis!
  • Fewer Carbon Emissions: EVs don’t have tailpipes, so you won’t be polluting the atmosphere with your actual vehicle. If your home uses renewable energy, your carbon emissions will be even lower.
  • Federal Incentives: The ID.4 gives you the opportunity to save $7,500 with federal rebates. Starting in 2024, the $7,500 becomes a direct rebate of the purchase price of your new EV, making buying one very affordable.

Peruse our fuel-efficient used cars for sale in St. Louis, and you might find a reliable pre-owned EV to take home with you that’s even more accessible than a new one.

Get Your Garage Ready for Your EV

Perhaps the biggest change with owning an EV is that you can conveniently charge an EV at home. But you must get your garage ready beforehand. First, figure out what kind of charging station (Level 1 or Level 2) you will be eligible for. We recommend Level 2 charging, which requires a professional electrician to install a box in your garage, for best results. You can fully charge your EV overnight in the comfort of your own home! Even if you need to pay for an electrician to install this, it’s still much cheaper than gas prices over the lifetime of owning a vehicle.

Why Should You Buy an Electric Car From Suntrup Volkswagen?

Because we’re one of the top car dealerships in St. Louis for EVs! Contact us or call 314-742-7472 to test drive a new Volkswagen ID.4, one of the top EVs in the American market!

 

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