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What Is It Like To Drive an Electric Car?
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It’s common knowledge that electric cars are a more environmentally friendly way to get around, but what many people don’t know is that they’re also great to drive.
With more and more people making the shift towards electric vehicles (EVs) ahead of the 2030 ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars, it’s worth understanding how it feels to be behind the wheel of an EV.
In this article, The Windscreen Company team will outline exactly what it’s like to drive an electric car, explaining the differences from fuel vehicles, as well as the wide range of benefits an electric vehicle offers.
Before we delve into what it’s like to drive an electric car, let’s first take a look at some of the great benefits of owning one.
Many people will likely be purchasing electric vehicles for the first time in the near future. With this in mind, it’s a good idea to understand what it’s like to drive one.
Let’s take a look at the key features of driving an EV.
Many people find electric cars more fun and easier to drive than fuel alternatives. Primarily, this is because they’re similar to automatic vehicles in the sense that there is no clutch pedal or gearstick to worry about.
Unlike fuel automatic vehicles, which do have gears but the car just changes them for you, EVs work via an electric motor which means you only have to worry about going forwards or backward.
It’s that simple!
Another reason why gears are not necessary in electric vehicles is that they offer instant torque.
This means that they can achieve full power immediately, and don’t need to warm up to it like fuel vehicles. As soon as your foot touches the accelerator you’ll be provided with significant power, which is another reason people enjoy driving them.
Electric vehicles also provide drivers with a sense of security and stability when behind the wheel.
The car’s batteries are normally located below the seats, providing a low centre of gravity. Not only does this design offer stability, but it also makes the vehicle more agile.
When driving an electric car, you’re probably less likely to be hitting the brakes as often as you might be in a fuel vehicle.
This is because EVs have a regenerative braking system in place. As soon as you take your foot off the accelerator, the car will almost immediately start slowing down. It slows at a faster rate than a normal car as it sends the power from the wheels back to the car’s battery.
At The Windscreen Company, we provide a leading windscreen repair and windscreen replacement service to customers across the West Midlands and the South East. We’re experienced in offering these services to vehicles of all makes and models, ensuring you and other road users are always safe when behind the wheel. To find out more or to get a free quote, contact our team today.
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