{"id":51564,"date":"2022-04-04T10:00:18","date_gmt":"2022-04-04T10:00:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/?p=51564"},"modified":"2022-04-04T10:00:20","modified_gmt":"2022-04-04T10:00:20","slug":"switch-to-electric-car","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/switch-to-electric-car\/","title":{"rendered":"Things to Remember Before You Buy an Electric Car"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The charm of electric cars (EVs) has never been this stronger, as it is these days. These green vehicles have a positive impact on the environment and protect owners from the hike in fuel prices. If you are thinking about when to buy an electric car then this is the right time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The UAE government is offering incentives to EV owners and encouraging the rest to make a switch to electric cars. If you are willing to buy one, then you should consider these tips on buying an electric car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-factors-to-consider-before-you-switch-to-an-electric-car-in-the-uae\">6 Factors to Consider Before You Switch to an Electric Car in the UAE<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051403\/shifting-to-electric-car-B-30-03-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"Green electric car\" class=\"wp-image-51566\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051403\/shifting-to-electric-car-B-30-03-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051403\/shifting-to-electric-car-B-30-03-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051403\/shifting-to-electric-car-B-30-03-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051403\/shifting-to-electric-car-B-30-03-640x400.jpg 640w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051403\/shifting-to-electric-car-B-30-03-421x263.jpg 421w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051403\/shifting-to-electric-car-B-30-03-558x349.jpg 558w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051403\/shifting-to-electric-car-B-30-03-363x227.jpg 363w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051403\/shifting-to-electric-car-B-30-03-250x156.jpg 250w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051403\/shifting-to-electric-car-B-30-03-368x230.jpg 368w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051403\/shifting-to-electric-car-B-30-03-774x484.jpg 774w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051403\/shifting-to-electric-car-B-30-03-672x420.jpg 672w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051403\/shifting-to-electric-car-B-30-03-437x273.jpg 437w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051403\/shifting-to-electric-car-B-30-03-301x188.jpg 301w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051403\/shifting-to-electric-car-B-30-03-240x150.jpg 240w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051403\/shifting-to-electric-car-B-30-03-771x482.jpg 771w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051403\/shifting-to-electric-car-B-30-03-669x418.jpg 669w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051403\/shifting-to-electric-car-B-30-03-435x272.jpg 435w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Electric cars help promote Green Tech<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It is a bit tricky to buy an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/electric-cars-uae\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">electric car in the UAE<\/a> since there are tons of factors that impact your choice. Below are some key factors that you must consider before you switch to an electric car:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-price\">1. Price<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Though electric cars aren\u2019t pocket-friendly, they are a one-time investment. Their high price is due to the expensive battery and complex drivetrain. Nonetheless, if you are low on budget, then you can still get your hands on any of these used electric cars in the UAE:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/uae.dubizzle.com\/motors\/used-cars\/tesla\/model-3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Used Tesla Model 3 cars for sale<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/uae.dubizzle.com\/motors\/used-cars\/tesla\/model-s\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Used Tesla Model S cars in the UAE<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/uae.dubizzle.com\/motors\/used-cars\/bmw\/i3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Second-hand BMW i3 cars in the UAE<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/uae.dubizzle.com\/motors\/used-cars\/tesla\/model-x\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Second-hand Tesla Model X cars for sale&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/uae.dubizzle.com\/motors\/used-cars\/chevrolet\/bolt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Used Chevrolet Bolt cars for sale in the UAE<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-range\">2. Range<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The driving range is one of the crucial factors to consider before you switch to an electric car. Since it often builds up range anxiety that is the driver\u2019s fear of insufficient car energy. The mileage of electric cars\u2019 predecessors was not quite impressive, but EVs today offer a driving range of over 400+ km\/charge. A battery\u2019s capacity accounts for its driving range, so the better it is the better will be the range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051510\/shifting-to-electric-car-C-30-03-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"Electric car charging\" class=\"wp-image-51567\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051510\/shifting-to-electric-car-C-30-03-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051510\/shifting-to-electric-car-C-30-03-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051510\/shifting-to-electric-car-C-30-03-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051510\/shifting-to-electric-car-C-30-03-640x400.jpg 640w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051510\/shifting-to-electric-car-C-30-03-421x263.jpg 421w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051510\/shifting-to-electric-car-C-30-03-558x349.jpg 558w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051510\/shifting-to-electric-car-C-30-03-363x227.jpg 363w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051510\/shifting-to-electric-car-C-30-03-250x156.jpg 250w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051510\/shifting-to-electric-car-C-30-03-368x230.jpg 368w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051510\/shifting-to-electric-car-C-30-03-774x484.jpg 774w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051510\/shifting-to-electric-car-C-30-03-672x420.jpg 672w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051510\/shifting-to-electric-car-C-30-03-437x273.jpg 437w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051510\/shifting-to-electric-car-C-30-03-301x188.jpg 301w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051510\/shifting-to-electric-car-C-30-03-240x150.jpg 240w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051510\/shifting-to-electric-car-C-30-03-771x482.jpg 771w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051510\/shifting-to-electric-car-C-30-03-669x418.jpg 669w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051510\/shifting-to-electric-car-C-30-03-435x272.jpg 435w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>DEWA has helped reduce range anxiety by setting up over 325 charger stations across Dubai<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Charging an electric car might seem like a difficult task but it&#8217;s certainly not. An EV\u2019s battery can be charged using an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/best-electric-car-chargers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">electric car charger<\/a> at home.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For ease in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/electric-car-charging-dubai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">electric car charging in Dubai<\/a>, DEWA has established over 325 charger stations across the city through the EV Green Charger Initiative. This program has helped minimise the range anxiety that builds up when roaming around with an EV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-variants\">3. Variants<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you wish to go completely eco-friendly, you can easily switch to an electric car. However, if the range anxiety is still high, then you can go for a hybrid car. A hybrid car comprises both an electric motor and an internal combustion engine, meaning it can run on both fuel and electricity. Moreover, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/hybrid-cars-uae-benefits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">benefits of a hybrid car in the UAE<\/a> include free car charging, Green Auto Loan, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may want to check out this guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/electric-vs-hybrid-cars\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hybrid vs electric cars<\/a> to have a detailed overview of both.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-maintenance\">4. Maintenance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is a renowned fact that electrical equipment is difficult to maintain. The same fact applies to an EV, but only if it ever undergoes a major breakdown. Otherwise, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/advantages-disadvantages-electric-cars\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">advantage of an electric car<\/a> is that it rarely requires part repair or replacement.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So once you switch to an electric car, you can cut down the maintenance cost by practising these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/electric-car-maintenance-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">electric car maintenance tips<\/a> proactively.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-battery-life-and-warranty\">5. Battery Life and Warranty<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051301\/shifting-to-electric-car-A-30-03-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"Electric car display panel\" class=\"wp-image-51565\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051301\/shifting-to-electric-car-A-30-03-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051301\/shifting-to-electric-car-A-30-03-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051301\/shifting-to-electric-car-A-30-03-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051301\/shifting-to-electric-car-A-30-03-640x400.jpg 640w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051301\/shifting-to-electric-car-A-30-03-421x263.jpg 421w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051301\/shifting-to-electric-car-A-30-03-558x349.jpg 558w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051301\/shifting-to-electric-car-A-30-03-363x227.jpg 363w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051301\/shifting-to-electric-car-A-30-03-250x156.jpg 250w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051301\/shifting-to-electric-car-A-30-03-368x230.jpg 368w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051301\/shifting-to-electric-car-A-30-03-774x484.jpg 774w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051301\/shifting-to-electric-car-A-30-03-672x420.jpg 672w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051301\/shifting-to-electric-car-A-30-03-437x273.jpg 437w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051301\/shifting-to-electric-car-A-30-03-301x188.jpg 301w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051301\/shifting-to-electric-car-A-30-03-240x150.jpg 240w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051301\/shifting-to-electric-car-A-30-03-771x482.jpg 771w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051301\/shifting-to-electric-car-A-30-03-669x418.jpg 669w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051301\/shifting-to-electric-car-A-30-03-435x272.jpg 435w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Digital display panel showing EV in ECO PRO mode<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The battery of an electric car is undeniably the most expensive component among the rest. Replacing a battery pack of an electric vehicle can cost you dearly, but it is most definitely worth it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember! The greater the battery life and capacity, the lesser the maintenance cost.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Similarly, manufacturers provide a warranty on the battery in terms of driving distance or time. Therefore, it is crucial to check the battery life and warranty before investing in a green car, be it used or new<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-tax-benefits-and-incentives\">6. Tax Benefits and Incentives<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051713\/shifting-to-electric-car-E-30-03-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"Electric car charging station\" class=\"wp-image-51570\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051713\/shifting-to-electric-car-E-30-03-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051713\/shifting-to-electric-car-E-30-03-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051713\/shifting-to-electric-car-E-30-03-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051713\/shifting-to-electric-car-E-30-03-640x400.jpg 640w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051713\/shifting-to-electric-car-E-30-03-421x263.jpg 421w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051713\/shifting-to-electric-car-E-30-03-558x349.jpg 558w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051713\/shifting-to-electric-car-E-30-03-363x227.jpg 363w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051713\/shifting-to-electric-car-E-30-03-250x156.jpg 250w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051713\/shifting-to-electric-car-E-30-03-368x230.jpg 368w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051713\/shifting-to-electric-car-E-30-03-774x484.jpg 774w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051713\/shifting-to-electric-car-E-30-03-672x420.jpg 672w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051713\/shifting-to-electric-car-E-30-03-437x273.jpg 437w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051713\/shifting-to-electric-car-E-30-03-301x188.jpg 301w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051713\/shifting-to-electric-car-E-30-03-240x150.jpg 240w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051713\/shifting-to-electric-car-E-30-03-771x482.jpg 771w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051713\/shifting-to-electric-car-E-30-03-669x418.jpg 669w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/04051713\/shifting-to-electric-car-E-30-03-435x272.jpg 435w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Electric car charging station set up in the UAE<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The UAE government is offering some smart incentives and tax benefits that help reduce the overall cost of an electric car. You must check the exact percentage of tax benefits you might get before you switch to an electric car.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the UAE, an EV registered under DEWA\u2019s EV Green Charger Initiative can get other incentives from the RTA too. 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