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Buyers Guide: Budget EV Options for Clean Transportation

Clean Fleet Report

Affordable Cars that Move the Green Needle. Tesla, arguably the most iconic electric automaker right now, recently raised the price of several models in the U.S. Despite these trends, there are still affordable clean cars on the market today. The 2020 Mini Cooper SE is the cheapest electric car available in the U.S.

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Electric Motorcycle Buyer's Guide, Most Efficient States, BMW i3 Electric-Car Reviews: Today's Car News

Green Car Reports

Find a zero-emission bike with our 2015 electric motorcycle buyer''s guide, see how the BMW i3 stacks up against other electric cars, and find out which states have the most efficient cars and homes. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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How to buy an electric-car charging station: buyers guide to EVSEs

Green Car Reports

Electric cars all come with a 120-volt charging cable that can charge the battery from a household socket if there are no other options. But sooner or later, most battery-electric car owners will want a 240-volt Level 2 charging station that can recharge the car as much as four times faster.

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Buyer's Guide: 2014 Plug-In Hybrids From Toyota, Ford, Honda & More

Green Car Reports

Not all plug-in electric cars rely on battery power alone; some also have gasoline engines as backups, for longer range or more power. Last year, we identified six plug-in hybrid vehicles on sale during 2013. This year, the list gains three new entries (from BMW, Cadillac, and Mitsubishi) and loses one (the Fisker Karma).

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Tesla Model 3 reservations, FTC VW lawsuit, 2017 Hyundai Ioniq: today's car news

Green Car Reports

Today, Tesla updates its reservation policy for the Model 3 electric car, the Federal Trade Commission sues Volkswagen, and we preview the 2017 Hyundai Ioniq. All this and more on Green Car Reports. Looking to buy electric-car charging station? Our buyer's guide has everything you need to know.

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Buyer’s Guide: Hybrid vs. Electric: Which is better?

Clean Fleet Report

The most significant benefit of electric cars is their environmental footprint. They give off zero emissions, making them perfect for someone who is genuinely wanting to go green and reduce their environmental impact. Electric vehicles also allow you to save money since you will not have to purchase gasoline.

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Opinion: Why Choosing the Right Car Is More Important than Ever

Clean Fleet Report

For example, electric vehicles have been known for their short ranges, so they may be impractical if you need to drive long distances. Sometimes, it might be necessary to overlook those green lifestyle practices for the sake of convenience with your vehicle. The car you choose will define you–and what you can do.

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