How different are they?
Wake up, it’s 2022 – no longer are we living in those days of ‘ice, ice, baby (pun intended)’. In a blink of an eye, the roads of Singapore would be filled with electric vehicles (EVs), and Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) cars would eventually be a thing of the past.
Change can be daunting, but change is constant. While many of us are comfort creatures, we have slowly learned to adapt to new implementations, such as the ever-changing safe management measures and GST hikes, just to name a few.
If you are keen on getting an electric vehicle or would like to know the stark contrasts between EV and petrol cars, this is the article for you. This three-minute digestible read will discuss three main differences and the advantages of getting a green car.
1. Competitive range
On average, a driver in Singapore clocks in a range of 48km per day. If you enjoy going for long drives or simply to admire local sceneries and greeneries, EV is the way to go.
Most EVs have a competitive range of 200km (on a full charge), with some notable mentions being the Tesla Model 3, with an astounding range of 567km! The first runner-up would be the Hyundai Kona Electric at 482km, followed by Jaguar I-PACE at 470km.
2. One-pedal drive
A huge perk of EVs is the one-pedal drive function, also known as regenerative braking. Regenerative braking uses the wasted energy build-up from a car that’s slowing down to recharge the car’s batteries.
Besides this, drivers can take advantage of the different settings to adjust the feel of regenerative braking to suit their liking. This function can be switched on and off, and while ICE cars do have these braking systems, they are not as noticeable or highly advanced as that of an electric vehicle.
3. Charging time
It would be great to not have to charge up a vehicle after prolonged use, and maybe that might be possible in the future. For now, EVs still require charging, and each vehicle has a different charging time. This is dependent on the type of battery the car is running on, and charging EVs requires a longer time as compared to filling up a regular petrol car.
Thankfully, EV charging points are becoming more accessible throughout the entire island. Most charging stations are conveniently located near malls or offices, and if you live in a landed property, you can arrange to have a charger installed on your premises for easy access. Thinking of making the switch to green driving? We got you. Book an appointment with us today at https://sgmotoringhub.com/ to explore the various models and their benefits.