Liz Najman

Oct 23, 2024 | greencars.com | Liz Najman

What Can an EV Power? When a tornado knocked out power in Joe Erickson’s neighborhood, his electric vehicle became more than just a car – it kept his family running with minimal interruption until power was restored. Joe owns a Kia EV6, which he purchased in late 2022. Like many EV owners, he knew his car had Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capability but had never tested it. However, the powerful storm in August 2024 was an opportunity to put it to use. How Long Can You Power a House Using V2L?

Sep 19, 2024 | greencars.com | Liz Najman

Most Affordable Used EVs It wasn’t that long ago that EVs - both new and used - were outside of the budget for many Americans. A mere four years ago, back in 2021, the average price of a new electric vehicle was $53,048 – $17,326 more than the average price of a gas-powered crossover. As of December 2023, the price difference was just about $2,000, before any incentives or credits were factored in. When it comes to used EVs, many segments have become more affordable than used gas cars.

Apr 17, 2024 | cbtnews.com | Liz Najman

In the US, there are two used cars on the road for every new one. Pre-owned auto sales is big business. Plummeting prices, soaring inventory, and tax season mean that a wave of new car shoppers will be looking to find a bargain in the used EV market. Many of these are people who have been interested in an electric car for a while but have been priced out of the new technology. However, this market shift presents a challenge: evaluating and pricing used electric cars.