The electric vehicle Renaissance is upon us and it’s showing no signs of stopping. As the leaves change and Fall arrives, there’s never been a better time to make the transition to an EV or hybrid vehicle. Here’s a guide explaining why you should make the switch to electric and why Savage 61 is your premier destination when you do.
Reasons To Make the Switch
Range: Years ago, the relatively limited range of EVs was a source of trepidation for many potential buyers. Flash forward to the present, where most EVs deliver over 200 miles of range on a full charge, making them increasingly comparable to gas cars in terms of mileage. Some newer long-range models offer as much as 310 miles of EPA-estimated range.
Price: While new EVs in general are becoming an increasingly affordable proposition, the savings continue when you consider both the price of gas and the cost of maintenance. Compared to ever-fluctuating gas prices, charging your EV provides a cheaper, more consistent alternative. Reports say electric drivers save an average of $1,000 per year on gas money when they make the switch. Furthermore, EVs require far less maintenance than gas vehicles; they don’t require oil changes, and their engines see far less wear and tear.
Practical concerns: EV charging options have never been more numerous, as EVs can be charged at home, at work, or on the road; the smaller size of electric motors offers room for more storage space for you and the family; and of course, there’s the environmental impact (or lack thereof): with no direct emissions, EVs are built to last because they’re helping keep us here for the long haul.
Perfect for Fall Plans
With so much to do in the greater Reading area this Fall, the first thing you need is a ride to dependably get you to your next Fall activity. A new EV is the best way to clear your head of maintenance and performance concerns, allowing you to immerse yourself in all the season has to offer. After your trip to Savage 61, be sure to check out:
- The Reading Public Museum: Explore an undersea odyssey this Fall with the museum’s Voyage To The Deep exhibit, running until January 7, 2024. Based on Jules Verne’s classic 20,000 Leagues Under The Sea, Voyage To The Deep invites guests to explore the many mysteries of the ocean.
- The Fairgrounds Farmers Market: Prepare for the holiday season with offerings from over 65 local vendors at Berks’ County’s award-winning farmers market.
- Santander Arena: Embrace your inner Puddy and hit the ice at the Santander Arena, as the puck drops for the ’23-’24 season for the Reading Royals, an affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers.
Charging Stations Near You
Like the leaves on your lawn, the amount of nearby charging stations in the Reading area is only continuing to accumulate. In as little as five years from now, it may become easier to list the locations where there aren’t charging stations. For now, here’s just a few available public charging stations:
- ChargePoint Charging Station on 815 Lancaster Ave., Reading, PA 19607
- ChargePoint Charging Station on 1015 Lancaster Ave., Reading, PA 19607
- ChargePoint Charging Station on 210 George St., Reading, PA 19607
- Volta Charging Station in the Shillington Shopping Center, Reading, PA 19607
- Destination Charging Center on 701 Penn St., Reading, PA 19601
Even if you don’t yet own an EV, you’ve probably become aware of these charging stations popping up everywhere – and they’re only becoming more ubiquitous as we stretch further into the 21st century.
It’s taken some time, but it seems that a general public consensus is beginning to emerge that EVs are the way forward. Become part of the electric movement today by stopping in at Reading’s number one EV spot, Savage 61. Whether or not you’re ready to make the switch, our awesome selection of new and pre-owned vehicles will ensure that you’re prepared for the Fall season and all it has to offer.
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