Will You Go With Vroom or Hushhh? Electric or Gas? Which Car To Select?

 

It’s no secret that the market for electric vehicles is growing exponentially, with no sign of slowing down any time soon. The once-considered niche electric vehicle is now at a place where many brands are investing millions of dollars to improve and expand on the concept. With those recent innovations in electric vehicles, you may be at a crossroads when choosing between electricity or gas for your next ride. 

 

The Power of Sound

Sound might be one of the best indicators of the difference between an EV and a gas-powered car. The roaring “vroom” of a gasoline motor has become an expected sensation of personal transportation, leading some car enthusiasts to equate that noise with the power or performance of a vehicle. 

 

That association can paint some unfair notions about electric cars, who trade that loud “vroom” for a soft “hushhh.” While early electric vehicles had less power than their gasoline counterparts, sound has little to do with performance today. If anything, a powerful model like Toyota’s Tundra Pro iForce Hybrid is more impressive for competing with the toughest gasoline-powered vehicles, with less noise. 

 

To be clear, sound isn’t a barrier to the performance of electric vehicles, but the brand sure can be. If you’re sold on entering the future with an electric vehicle, look no further than Toyota. 

 

Toyota has long been the automotive leader in EVs, working to produce a high-performing electric vehicle long before its competitors. The Toyota Prius is the best example, with its status as the world’s first widely produced electric vehicle. While the Prius was once a pioneer, it now stands out as a trailblazer for its improvements on the EV and has become a beloved and widely recognized model. Other newer Toyota EVs and hybrids continue to build on that history, resulting in several truly impressive and powerful EV vehicles. 

 

Where To Charge?

 

Anywhere you look, you’re likely to see an electric Toyota that’s improving on the very foundation of personal transportation. However, before you make the jump into the EV world, you may have some hesitations related to charging stations. 

 

Historically, one of the biggest barriers for electric vehicle owners was the lack of infrastructure to keep their rides charged and on the road. Gas stations are everywhere in America; knowing where electric chargers are, and if they are expanding, is vital if you join the electric vehicle family. 

 

There’s some good news related to this electric expansion —

 

“On Aug. 1 the NC Department of Transportation published its deployment plan to expand on the existing 2,655 charging ports, and this acceleration will provide $39.4 million toward that process.” – WNCT9

 

That investment is happening in tandem with municipal-led and private-sector efforts to further build out the electric charging infrastructure across North Carolina. Some experts predict an exponential growth of charging locations and existing maps support those claims.

 

Governments aren’t just keen on investing in charging locations; they also want to ensure electric vehicle owners are aware of where they are. The federal government rolled out a database accompanied with maps that show charging locations near you, which you can access here. You might be surprised at the volume of locations near Mount Airy Toyota!

 

Now that you know that the historical barriers that kept EVs at bay are fading away (and fast), there’s no better time to visit Mount Airy Toyota and see which EV works for you and your family. Don’t let something like sound keep you out of a vehicle of the future. Schedule an appointment with Mount Airy Toyota today to see why Toyota’s electric vehicles are a clear choice. 

Author:  Jon Dalton George, CCP Web Design Staff Writer