The main advantage of EVs are there running cost. Which is very low as compared to the ICE vehicles.
EVs have very low maintenance cost as they don’t have many moving parts as compared to ICE vehicles.
EVs helps us to reduce Co2 emissions as they have zero tail pipeline emission.
EVs are easy to drive as they come in automatic mode only and don’t have the gears.
EVs are very silent as compared to ICE vehicles because they don’t have any engine so they produces very low noise pollution.
As there are fewer moving parts in EV so it produces the less vibration and causes the less fatigue to the passengers.
With EV we also get the Tax Benefits as the registration fees and road tax on purchasing the EVs are very less as compared to ICE vehicles.
EVs comes with the convenience of charging at home. Whereas we have to refill the ICE vehicles only at fuel station only.
EVs are fun to drive as they have quick acceleration, peak torque from the start, low centre of gravity which improves handling, comfort and safety.
Cons of EVs:
Although EVs have lower fuel costs in the long run, their upfront purchase price can be significantly higher than traditional ICE vehicles.
EVs typically have a limited driving range before requiring a recharge, which can be a disadvantage for long-distance trips.
EVs have limited top speed as compared to ICE counterparts.
Recharging an electric car can take a long time, sometimes several hours, depending on the charging infrastructure and battery capacity.
The limited availability of charging infrastructure in many areas makes it challenging to recharge an electric car while on the go.
The battery in an electric car degrades over time, which can reduce the driving range and overall performance.
The lifespan of battery is point of concern as the car manufacturers provide the warranty on the battery for the period of 7-8 years. The cost of the battery replacement is very high.
Currently, there are fewer electric car models available compared to traditional ICE vehicles, which can limit consumer choice.
Electric vehicles are also not 100% emission-free, they cause a small amount of pollution indirectly. The batteries and electricity needed for charging are not necessarily generated from renewable energy source
The production of batteries for electric vehicles requires mining of certain minerals and metals such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, etc. The mining process of these materials can have environmental and social impacts. It can cause significant environmental damage such as deforestation, soil erosion and water pollution.