Looking for an Electric Vehicle?

Electric cars are very popular these days, and it’s easier than ever to buy or lease one around San Francisco. Electric vehicles are great for the environment, get great mileage, and offer smooth, powerful performance specs. More and more drivers are upgrading to electric cars for their numerous benefits, and we can’t blame them! Whether you’re searching for a new or pre-owned electric vehicle or hybrid, you’re sure to find something you like in Victory Toyota of San Bruno’s inventory. Check out some of our favorite benefits of electric cars below!

Benefits of Electric Vehicles

The environmental benefits of electric cars are numerous, but they don’t stop there! Electric vehicles also feature a smoother, quieter ride than their gasoline-powered counterparts, and are often eligible for a wide variety of benefits. They’re also full of advanced technology designed to give your Oakland rides a serious upgrade. We’ve outlined five of the best benefits of electric cars right here.

• Zero Emissions: If you’re looking for environmental benefits of electric cars, how about close to zero tailpipe emissions? Since most electric cars don’t feature exhaust systems, there’s no exhaust emissions to worry about when the vehicle is running.
• Renewable Energy: Thanks to their electric motors, EVs can take advantage of all kinds of renewable resources, including solar power, wind power, and even water power.
• Reduced Maintenance: Electric vehicles are usually lower-maintenance than their gasoline counterparts; for example, they don’t run on engine oil, so you never have to bring them in for oil changes!
• Quiet Drive: As soon as you get behind the wheel of an electric vehicle, you’ll notice the quiet cabin due to the lack of engine! 
• Performance: Just because electric vehicles are environmentally friendly doesn’t mean they sacrifice performance – on the contrary, they can produce near-instantaneous torque, making for a powerful ride.

What to Do Before Buying an EV

• Prepare your garage. While you can find public charging stations more and more frequently, you should still use a home charger for most of your needs. There are two options to choose from–Level 1 and Level 2–which offer you different charging times, so do a bit of research before getting one installed.
• Find local charging stations. Look up public charging stations from companies like PlugShare or Chargeway around Burlingame, so you can take advantage of them when needed. If you plan on frequently taking longer road trips, be sure to map out public charging stations on the route you’re going to take beforehand.
• Explore incentives. As mentioned above, electric vehicles are usually eligible for a wide variety of tax credits and incentives, such as a $7,500 tax credit you might qualify for just by owning an EV!

Learn More About Electric Cars Today at Victory Toyota of San Bruno!

If you have any questions about our lineup of electric cars, or want more information about the benefits of electric vehicles, contact our office anytime! You can also stop by our dealership if you’d like to set up a test drive of an available vehicle. And if you’re ready to bring home an EV for yourself, our finance center is a great place to start.