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How Does the Range Rover Plug-In Hybrid Work?

April 10th, 2023 by
Land Rover Range Rover Hybrid LEV

The Range Rover Plug-in Hybrid works as both a gas-engine car and an electric vehicle. Drivers can access both gas and electric driving modes to help reduce emissions and save on gas. View Our Electric Range Rover Inventory The Range Rover Plug-in Hybrid and Range Rover Sport Plug-in Hybrid from Land Rover are both plug-in…

Can You Charge a BMW i3 at Home?

April 7th, 2023 by
BMW i3 Luxury Electric Vehicles

BMW i3 owners can charge their electric car at home. The i3 comes with a charging cable which can be connected to a standard home plug. EV owners can also have a 240V charging station installed in their homes for faster home charging. View Our BMW Electric Vehicle Inventory The BMW i3 is a compact…

Can the BMW i3 Use a Tesla Supercharger?

April 6th, 2023 by
Luxury Electric Vehicle Charging

As of early 2023, Tesla has not made its Supercharger network available to non-Tesla vehicles in North America. However, the company has indicated that it plans to make its Superchargers available to other EVs in the future. View Our BMW Electric Vehicle Inventory Tesla Superchargers offer fast, convenient electric vehicle charging in public areas. Tesla…

Range Rover Plug-in Hybrid Review

April 3rd, 2023 by
Land Rover Range Rover Hybrid LEV

The 2023 Range Rover Plug-in Hybrid is a spacious and powerful full-size plug-in hybrid SUV from Land Rover. It seats five passengers, has tremendous cargo space, and has an electric-only driving range of 51 miles. View Our Range Rover Electric Vehicle Inventory Spacious, Powerful, and Efficient For years, the Range Rover from Land Rover has…

How Long Does the BMW i3 Battery Last?

April 3rd, 2023 by
BMW i3

The BMW i3 comes with an 8-year/100,000 mile battery warranty. The 2021 i3’s battery offers a standard all-electric driving range of 153 miles. ViewOur BMW Electric Vehicle Inventory The BMW i3 is a fully electric compact vehicle from BMW. The i3 was manufactured from 2013 until 2022 before being discontinued. It is known for its…

Does the Porsche Taycan Have Gears?

March 27th, 2023 by
Porsche Taycan Luxury Electric Vehicle

The Porsche Taycan has a two-speed transmission, unlike most luxury electric vehicles, which only have one gear. View Porsche Taycan Inventory Most electric vehicles have just one gear (one-speed transmission). However, the Porsche Taycan is one of a few electric vehicle models that uses two gears. In a traditional gas-engine car, multiple gears are needed…

Can You Convert a Gas Vehicle to an Electric?

March 20th, 2023 by

It is possible to convert a gas vehicle to an electric vehicle. To do so, you must completely remove the car’s combustion engine and replace it with electric components. View Our Luxury Electric Vehicle Inventory Every year, more and more EVs are replacing gas cars on the road. But does that process go further than…

Do Electric Vehicles Have Transmissions?

March 13th, 2023 by
What is the cost of owning an electric car?

Most electric vehicles only require a single-speed transmission, which results in better efficiency and smoother acceleration. However, some EV models use a two-speed transmission instead. View Our Luxury Electric Vehicle Inventory Understanding Electric Vehicle Transmissions The practice of driving an electric car is virtually no different than driving a traditional gas-engine car. However, the internal…

How Long Do Electric Vehicle Batteries Last?

March 6th, 2023 by
Jaguar Luxury Electric Vehicles

Most electric vehicle batteries are designed to last between 15 to 20 years, or 100,000 to 200,000 miles. In most cases, EV batteries have a longer lifespan than electric vehicles themselves. View Our Luxury Electric Vehicle Inventory FAQs About Electric Vehicle Batteries For most drivers, electric vehicle batteries are the biggest hurdle to deal with…

Winter Care Tips for Electric Vehicles

February 22nd, 2023 by
eqs winter

Leaving your car exposed to cold temperatures and using DC charging in below-freezing temps can negatively impact the performance of your electric vehicle.  Luxury electric vehicles, in so many ways, represent the future of driving. Superior technology and efficiency are the hallmarks of today’s electric vehicles. But there are some differences in driving performance and…

Are Electric Vehicles Better for the Environment?

February 20th, 2023 by
land rover plug in

On average, electric vehicles are much more environmentally sustainable throughout their full life cycle than gas-engine cars. This accounts for manufacturing, charging, and driving emissions equally. Electric cars are seen as the way of the future because electricity is more affordable, and more sustainable, than gas. Most of the biggest names in auto manufacturing have…

Which LEVs Have the Most Cargo Space?

February 16th, 2023 by
2019JAGUARI PACE

There are several luxury electric vehicles, particularly SUVs, that provide ample cargo space for their drivers and passengers. For 2023, the most spacious are the Range Rover Plug-in Hybrid, BMW iX, and Audi e-tron Sportback. View Our Luxury Electric Vehicle Inventory Choosing the right luxury electric vehicle depends on your personal needs and your budget….

How Do EVs Perform in the Snow?

February 16th, 2023 by
vehicle in snow

Electric vehicles are capable of driving in the snow and perform as well or better than gas-engine models. However, drivers should always observe basic safety precautions when driving in snowy conditions. Luxury electric vehicles have a number of known advantages over their gas-engine counterparts. They are more efficient, less expensive to maintain, and often feature…

Six Tips to Help Extend the Range on Your Electric Car

February 11th, 2023 by
Mercedes EQS LEV

Drivers can maximize the performance of their electric car batteries by watching their speed, driving more efficiently, taking care of their batteries, and more. Making the transition from a gas car to an electric vehicle might come with a lot of questions. While the principles of driving are the same, there are some key differences….

Tips For Charging Your LEV Safely

February 2nd, 2023 by
Luxury Electric Vehicle Charging

Luxury electric vehicles and EV chargers are both engineered with safety in mind. However, it is still worthwhile to observe some basic safety procedures whenever you charge an electric vehicle. One of the biggest differences between electric vehicles and gas-engine cars is the need to recharge instead of refuel. Not only are electric charging stations…

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