Keith Dewey

The next car you buy should be electric

Many of us understand the environmental need to immediately move to a non-polluting method of transport. Over its life, an electric car will produce less carbon dioxide — and save you money.

So many of us have discussed whether it would be wise to buy a new electric car or another gasoline-powered one.

And so many questions: Which kind of vehicle would best suit our needs? Is a suitable electric vehicle even available? Which option is most cost-efficient? Which is truly better for the environment? What is the current state of electric vehicle incentives in Vermont?

First, what kind of vehicle would we really need during a typical month?

If we live in a rural place where the snow and mud ruts are deep or if we haul large items, we need a utility vehicle, which until recently has eliminated an electric car from consideration. Starting this year, several manufacturers will be releasing new electric pick-up trucks and SUVs.

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