Facts About Electric Vehicles

We’re on a mission to spread the word about all the benefits of driving electric. Here’s the most common questions people ask about EV’s.

Can I charge my car when it’s raining?
Charging an electric car in the rain is no different to charging it in any other weather condition, as the charging systems are designed to withstand the elements and remove any potential risks associated with charging in the rain.

How far can you drive before you need to recharge your car?
Electric cars can drive approximately four times around Upolu before they need a charge. 

Do EV’s need a special charging station?
All electric cars come with a portable charging cable that can be used at home and plugged into your standard power plug.

How long does it take to charge an EV?
A fast charger can charge a car in minutes.  Plus you can charge your car in the convenience of your own home overnight while you are not using it. 

Do EV’s go as fast as petrol cars?
Electric cars accelerate faster than petrol-fuelled cars because the electric motor is much simpler so power gets to the wheels faster.

Aren’t they more expensive?
They cost more to buy, but cost way less to run.

How about maintenance? Does that cost more?
With less moving parts an electric engine requires less maintenance and therefore costs less to maintain than traditional petrol and diesel powered engines.

I’ve got a big family, will an electric vehicle be big enough?
Electric vehicles come in all shapes and sizes - small cars, large cars, utes, vans, trucks and buses.

Are electric vehicles a fire hazard?
Electric vehicles are about 60 times less likely to be involved in a fire than a vehicle with an internal combustion engine.