Understanding Electric Vehicles

Electric vehicles (EVs) are fun to drive, cheaper and easier to maintain than gas-powered vehicles, and contribute fewer emissions into the air. With tax incentives available and a fast-growing network of charging stations, find out if owning an EV is the right choice for you.

Which EV is Right for Me?

Battery Electric

Fully electric cars offer the smallest environmental footprint and the biggest savings on maintenance and fuel.

Plug-in Hybrid

Plug-in hybrids have a rechargable electric motor and a gas-powered engine to extend range if needed.

Traditional Hybrid

Powered by an electric motor and gas-powered engine, Hybrids recharge as you drive. Tax credits and other benefits may not apply.

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Benefits of Plugging In

Federal Tax Credit

A federal tax credit up to of $7,500 is available on many EV models.

Local Incentives

Even more savings from your state and/or utility company.

Low Cost to Own

EV owners can expect to spend half as much on maintenance and repair. (Consumer Reports)

Fuel Up At Home

Charge while you sleep, work, or at a growing number of public chargers.

Quick and Quiet

Enjoy fast and smooth acceleration, better handling, and a quieter ride.

Best of Both Worlds

Plug-in hybrids provide electric range for short trips and gas-power for longer journeys.

96%

of EV owners surveyed said they'd purchase another EV as their next vehicle.

Source: AAA

Owning an EV

Understanding Charging

Charging times vary depending of the type of charger used.

Level 1 chargers use a standard household outlet and charge about 2-5 miles of range per hour, making Level 1 a good choice for plugin hybrid vehicles but not battery electric vehicles.

Level 2 chargers can be installed at your home by a professional electrician and charge about 10-20 miles of range per hour. A good choice for any EV when charging overnight or all-day is possible.

Level 3 fast chargers are the most efficient and can be found at commercial locations. Level 3 can charge about 60-80 miles of range in about 20 minutes, making it a good choice for any EV when a quick charge is needed on the go.

Electric vehicle charging port

Charging from Home

For plugin hybrid vehicles a standard outlet (Level 1) will be enough for overnight charging. For battery electric vehicles, a Level 2 charger will require professional installation by a licensed electrician. If you live in an apartment or condo, consider talking with the property owner about installing a charger or use a nearby public charger. Talk to our sales staff to find out more about charging from home.

Family having fun with 2 children and electric vehicle in the background

Battery Care

Most batteries will last between 100,000 and 200,000 miles when properly cared for. With battery technology continually advancing, that number will continue to increase. If you can keep your battery between 20% and 80% charged most days and avoid extremely hot temperatures, you can expect your maintenance to be minimal.

Electric vehicle battery care

Charging Stations Near Tom Wood Auto Group

  1. BMW Motorcycles of Richfield

    401 West 77th St, Suite 1
    Richfield, MN 55423

    • Sales: (612) 404-3939
  2. Courtesy Acura

    3701 Nicholasville Rd
    Lexington, KY 40503

    • Sales: (859) 272-8900
  3. Indian Motorcycle Lafayette

    1165 South Creasy Lane
    Lafayette, IN 47905

    • Sales: (765) 449-7122
  4. Indian Motorcycle Lexington

    1973 Bryant Rd.
    Lexington, KY 40509

    • Sales: (859) 303-6229
  5. Land Rover Indianapolis

    4620 East 96th Street
    Indianapolis, IN 46240

    • Sales: (317) 785-0015
  6. Jaguar Indianapolis

    4620 East 96th Street
    Indianapolis, IN 46240

    • Sales: (317) 848-1030
  7. Premier Acceptance

    7520 E Washington St
    Indianapolis, IN 46219

    • Sales: (317) 899-7676
  8. Sixt Rent A Car- Airport

    2360 Distributors Dr
    Indianapolis, IN 46241

    • Sales: (317) 853-3922
  9. Sixt Rent A Car

    3230 Street E 96th
    Indianapolis, IN 46240

    • Sales: (317) 688-6121
  10. Spiffy Mobile Car Care

    INDIANAPOLIS, IN

  11. Audi Indianapolis

    4610-B East 96th Street
    Indianapolis, IN 46240

    • Sales: 8552627414
  12. Tom Wood Used Cars of Greenwood

    1648 US-31
    Greenwood, IN 46143

    • Sales: (317) 688-6558
  13. Tom Wood Ford

    3130 East 96th St.
    Indianapolis, IN 46240

    • Sales: (317) 846-4241
  14. Tom Wood Honda

    5920 Scatterfield Road
    Anderson, IN 46013

    • Sales: (765) 810-0269
  15. Tom Wood Volkswagen

    4545 E. 96th Street
    Indianapolis, IN 46240

    • Sales: (317) 705-7000
  16. Tom Wood Lexus

    4610 E. 96th St.
    Indianapolis, IN 46240

    • Sales: 317-580-6888
  17. Tom Wood Nissan

    4150 E 96th St.
    Indianapolis, IN 46240

    • Sales: 317-848-8888
  18. Tom Wood Volkswagen Noblesville

    14701 Tom Wood Way
    Noblesville, IN 46060

    • Sales: (317) 853-4552
  19. Tom Wood Outdoor Equipment South

    1910 Morton Ave
    Martinsville, IN 46151

    • Sales: (317) 584-3042
  20. Tom Wood Porsche

    3473 East 96th Street
    Indianapolis, IN 46240

    • Sales: 317-848-5550
  21. Tom Wood Power Sports Anderson

    3165 North State Rd 9
    Anderson, IN 46012

    • Sales: (765) 649-1111
  22. Tom Wood Power Sports Indy

    3400 E 96th St.
    Indianapolis, IN 46240

    • Sales: (317) 688-6290
  23. Tom Wood Subaru

    3300 E 96th St
    Indianapolis, IN 46240

    • Sales: 317-804-1160
  24. Tom Wood Toyota

    6408 Crane Drive
    Whitestown, IN 46075

    • Sales: 3172972444
  25. Tom Wood Volvo Cars

    4620 E. 96th St
    Indianapolis, IN 46240

    • Sales: (317) 848-1030
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You can find a large selection of EV vehicles at our Tom Wood locations in Indianapolis, IN. Click Here to view our full selection of Electric Vehicles. Keep scrolling to learn more about the EV models from our brands.

Audi e-tron

  • Starts at: $65,900
  • After $7,500 tax credit: $58,400
  • Horsepower: 402
  • Combined fuel economy: 78 MPGe
  • Estimated range: 222 miles

Audi Q4 e-tron

  • Starts at: $43,900
  • After $7,500 tax credit: $36,400
  • Horsepower: 295
  • Combined fuel economy: 95 MPGe
  • Estimated range: 241 miles

Audi e-ton GT

  • Starts at: $102,400
  • After $7,500 tax credit: $94,900
  • Horsepower: 469
  • Combined fuel economy: 82 MPGe
  • Estimated range: 238 miles

Ford Mustang Mach-E

  • Starts at: $43,895
  • After $7,500 tax credit: $36,395
  • Horsepower: 266
  • Combined fuel economy: 103 MPGe
  • Estimated range: 247 miles

Jaguar I-Pace

  • Starts at: $69,900
  • After $7,500 tax credit: $62,400
  • Horsepower: 394
  • Combined fuel economy: 76 MPGe
  • Estimated range: 234 miles

Nissan Leaf

  • Starts at: $27,400
  • After $7,500 tax credit: $19,900
  • Horsepower: 147
  • Combined fuel economy: 111 MPGe
  • Estimated range: 149 miles

Porsche Taycan

  • Starts at: $82,700
  • After $7,500 tax credit: $75,200
  • Horsepower: 321
  • Combined fuel economy: 79 MPGe
  • Estimated range: 200 miles

Volkswagen ID.4

  • Starts at: $40,760
  • After $7,500 tax credit: $33,170
  • Horsepower: 201
  • Combined fuel economy: 99 MPGe
  • Estimated range: 260 miles

Volvo XC40 Recharge

  • Starts at: $55,300
  • After $7,500 tax credit: $47,800
  • Horsepower: 402
  • Combined fuel economy: 85 MPGe
  • Estimated range: 223 miles

Volvo C40 Recharge

  • Starts at: $58,750
  • After $7,500 tax credit: $51,250
  • Horsepower: 402
  • Combined fuel economy: 87 MPGe
  • Estimated range: 226 miles
Sources: Consumer Reports, Edmunds, FuelEconomy.gov, TheStreet

Common Questions

A federal tax credit of $7,500 is available on most EV models. Depending on where you live, state and local rebates and incentives may also be available. Check with your sales associate to find out if the model is eligible for rebates and incentives.

Other advantages of owning an EV include:

  • Eligible EVs may also qualify for HOV lane access, which are normally restricted to vehicles with multiple passengers.
  • Many electric companies offer lower rates based on the time of use. With EVs, you can save money by charging during off-peak times.
  • If you're able to charge from work or home, there's usually no need to stop to refuel like you would in a gas-powered vehicle.
  • EVs produce zero tail-pipe emissions resulting in cleaner air and better health.

This will vary depending on the local price of electricity and gas and where you are charging (at home or public charger), but most EV owners can expect to save on fuel cost. A recent Consumer Reports study found the “typical EV owner who does most of their fueling at home can expect to save an average of $800 to $1,000 a year on fueling costs over an equivalent gasoline-powered car.”

Source: Benjamin Preston. October 08, 2020. EVs Offer Big Savings Over Traditional Gas-Powered Cars.

https://www.consumerreports.org/hybrids-evs/evs-offer-big-savings-over-traditional-gas-powered-cars/

A recent Consumer Reports study found “maintenance and repair costs for EVs are significantly lower over the life of the vehicle – about half – than for gasoline–powered vehicles, which require regular fluid changes and are more mechanically complex. The average dollar savings over the lifetime of the vehicle is about $4,600.”

Source: Benjamin Preston. October 08, 2020. EVs Offer Big Savings Over Traditional Gas-Powered Cars.

https://www.consumerreports.org/hybrids-evs/evs-offer-big-savings-over-traditional-gas-powered-cars/
Gas powered vehicles offer a range of 300-400mi. Battery electric vehicles offer a median range of 250mi. For EV owners who charge at home, this is more than enough for daily use. For longer drives beyond the range of your vehicle, check a public charger map for charger availability along your route.
  • Level 1 chargers use a standard household outlet and charge about 2-5 miles of range per hour, making Level 1 a good choice for plugin hybrid vehicles but not battery electric vehicles.

  • Level 2 chargers can be installed at your home by a professional electrician and charge about 10-20 miles of range per hour. A good choice for any EV when charging overnight or all-day is possible.

  • Level 3 fast chargers are the most efficient and can be found at commercial locations. Level 3 can charge about 60-80 miles of range in about 20 minutes, making it a good choice for any EV when a quick charge is needed on the go.
Yes, Level 1 and Level 2 chargers can be used at home. In fact, the standard 120V outlet supports a Level 1 charger. Level 2 chargers require 240V and can be installed by a licensed electrician. If you do not own your home, you may need to work with your property owner to install a Level 2 charger.
Most batteries will last between 100,000 and 200,000 miles when properly cared for. With battery technology continually advancing, that number should continue to increase.

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