Cars

Benefits Of The Electric Vehicle Industry

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The electric vehicle industry burst onto the scene a couple of decades ago now, and although they struggled to take off in terms of popularity when first released onto the market because there were lots of limitations to the EV market. However, as technology has been able to improve and become the powerhouse that is it today, we have seen that the EV market has become more popular because of this and so we thought we’d look at the benefits of the electric vehicle industry and how it can benefit both consumers and the environment.

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4 Small Car Choices for 2015

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Before we chose our 4 small choices of 2015, we had to think about everything people like you are looking for in a compact car. Do you want to find something that provides the best gas mileage? Do you have children, so safety and comfort will be your main focus? Are you okay spending $30,000 or do you need something less expensive? We tried to take all of these into account before we decided on these four choices.

BMW i3 Electrical Car

BMW i3 Electrical Car

The BMW i3 is considered, by far, the best small car choice on the market. Outside of the fuel efficiency, the BMW i3’s electric motor is equivalent to a 170 horsepower. So anyone driving the vehicle will still feel like they are going fast in this lavish little vehicle.

It takes about 4 hours on a 240v circuit to fully charge the vehicle, which can be done while you are sleeping. Most importantly, this SUV provides 139mpg, which beats its competitors by 28mpg. It is also very agile in regards to handling performance. The only downfall is the $42k cost.

Mitsubishi i-MiEV SE

Mitsubishi i-MiEV SE

If you need something a little less expensive, the Mitsubishi i-MiEV SE (say that 10 times fast!) is the smart choice. Coming in at $22,995, this vehicle is considered one the cheapest electric cars today. It takes a few hours longer (6 to 7 hours total) to charge than the BMW i3, but that shouldn’t be a huge deal if you are charging while you sleep.

However, this has to be done on a 240v charger, because it takes as long as 21 hours on an 110v. The energy equivalent to the miles per gallon comes out to 111mpg, which is still fantastic. Unfortunately its super slow (66hp) and the ride can be quite bumpy. We understand this is going to turn several people off to the Mitsubishi i-MiEV SE, but thanks to the lower cost, it was worth discussing. Continue reading %s →

3 SUVs to consider in 2015

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It’s amazing to think about minivans 10-15 years ago. They were the ideal choice for bigger families, because of the comfort and roominess. Over time, automobile manufacturers decided to get away from minivans and focus on sports utility vehicles (SUVs). Today, you can drive down any road and about 30 to 40 percent of the vehicles are SUVs. Well, it might be a little bit different in your area, but the numbers are staggering.

If you try to find a minivan they look old, rusty, and it’s almost hard to believe it was the perfect option in the 1980s and 1990s. However, today you can find more comfort, more technology, better handling, and sportier design an SUV. Since you’re here, we can only assume you have started looking for your next sports utility vehicle, and we have four choices that might get your attention.

The Nissan Juke

The Nissan Juke

Probably one of the coolest SUV designs on the market, the Nissan Juke looks more like an oversized car. It’s also one of the most inexpensive SUVs on the market; coming in at just over $21,000. This speedy little toy provides 188 horsepower, 1.6-liter turbo 4-cylinder, and two different options for driving (front wheel and all-wheel).

The performance handling of the Nissan Juke allows you to take corners like a champ, and maneuver through traffic with ease. It also gets 31 miles per gallon on the highway and 26mpg in the city, which is great considering it’s not an electric vehicle. Add in the top-out speed of 124mph and you have yourself a great SUV starter.

Mazda CX-3

mazda cx-3 2015

A little less powerful than the Nissan Juke, the Mazda CX-3 still offers 146 horsepower and a top speed of 120mph. This new innovation offers everything from a suspension that is sports-tuned, to creative weight saving measures. While some of its competitors have moderate materials, the Mazda CX-3 is nothing short of high quality. Continue reading %s →