EV Tech

Articles pretaining to the technical aspects of Electric Vehicles.

Do Electric Vehicles Depreciate? The Real Numbers

by Mike M

When looking for a car, depreciation is a major factor in your decision. Whether you are buying new and want to calculate how much you… Read More »Do Electric Vehicles Depreciate? The Real Numbers

Can I tow a trailer with my Electric Car?

by Mike M

In most cases yes, you can tow with your Electric Vehicle. Rated towing capacities vary from 2000 lbs up to 5200 lbs. The large torque… Read More »Can I tow a trailer with my Electric Car?

Is Tesla Autopilot safer?

by Mike M

Tesla thinks so. Tesla claims that you are 7 times less likely to be in an accident when Autopilot is engaged. I would tend to… Read More »Is Tesla Autopilot safer?

Electric cars represent a fundamental change in drivetrain architecture. Using motors instead of an internal combustion engine greatly simplifies car design. So do Electric cars… Read More »Do Electric Cars have gears?

Are Electric Cars better for the environment?

by Mike M

There are a lot of factors to take into account when trying to answer whether or not Electric Cars are better for the environment. The… Read More »Are Electric Cars better for the environment?

Can you tow an Electric Car?

by Mike M

If you are stuck on the side of the road, either from a depleted battery or a mechanical failure, most likely a tow is in… Read More »Can you tow an Electric Car?

What happens if my Electric Car ( EV ) runs out of power?

by Mike M

Many people will be familiar with running out of gas in a regular car. Hopefully you are not one the half all roadside distress calls… Read More »What happens if my Electric Car ( EV ) runs out of power?

How do Electric Cars handle in the snow?

by Mike M

A common question people have is how EVs handle in the snow. Most people know, or at least have heard the stat that EVs put… Read More »How do Electric Cars handle in the snow?

Do Electric Cars need oil changes?

by Mike M

Electric cars, or EV’s do not require oil changes like regular gasoline or diesel cars. While a regular car has an internal combustion engine that… Read More »Do Electric Cars need oil changes?

Can you push an Electric Car if it breaks down?

by Mike M

And how do you get an EV into Neutral? Considering that electric cars do not have transmissions, a common question is if it’s possible to… Read More »Can you push an Electric Car if it breaks down?