Experts say electric vehicles costs are going down. Here's why you should consider one

"The costs of a new electric vehicle may have kept many from purchasing in the past, but experts say those costs are coming down, and often, electric vehicles are similarly priced to traditional gasoline-powered vehicles. "I'd say these cars are very, very powerful, and people may not realize that," David Lowy, a member of the Houston Electric Vehicle Association, said. Drivers at an electric-car meet-up in Houston say they've purchased both new and used EVs. They say buying a used EV can be an easy way to make the switch."

"According to ElectricForAll.org, buyers of used EVs can now get incentives and certain credits that were generally available only for brand-new EVs in the past. The website has a section where you can search for incentives in your area by simply entering your zip code. Many drivers are concerned about battery life in a used EV, but the experts at Electric For All suggest that when you're shopping for a used EV, it's best to look for a car that has between 50,000 and 75,000 miles. RELATED: Tool helps determine how much money you can save by driving an EV On ElectricForAll.org, you can find a link to Recurrent, which can help you estimate what you should pay for a used EV based on battery condition. Experts say if the used EV has low miles or is just a few years old, it may still be under a manufacturer's warranty, so you can buy with confidence."

Costs of new electric vehicles have been decreasing and often approach pricing parity with gasoline-powered vehicles. Electric vehicles deliver strong performance. Used EVs provide an affordable entry point for new buyers. Incentives and certain credits are now available for some used EV purchases through ElectricForAll.org. The site lets buyers search for local incentives by entering a zip code. Battery life remains a common concern; a typical recommended search target is vehicles with 50,000 to 75,000 miles. Recurrent can help estimate fair price based on battery condition. Low-mileage or recently built used EVs may still carry a manufacturer warranty.

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