There are many changes you can make in how you function on the daily to live more sustainably.

In some instances, such as driving an electric car, making use of electricity can be the greener option. Switching your gas-guzzling car out for an electric car has both direct and indirect benefits: your gas costs will be eliminated and you will contribute to decreasing the demand for oil. An electrician in Toronto can facilitate the process by installing a charger for your car in your home. Here are four reasons why it’s worth switching to an electric car.

#1. Save Money on Fuel and Maintenance

While you do have to pay to plug your car into a charging station, electricity providers offer a rate plan that allows you to do so at a much lower cost than that of gasoline. In addition to this, electric vehicles do not have gasoline engines, and thus do not require oil changes, spark plugs or timing belts.  

#2. An Improved Driving Experience

Electric cars can actually provide an improved driving experience in a number of ways. These cars drive smoother when starting, accelerating and decelerating because electric engines produce instant torque. Electric cars are also quieter—you won’t even hear your engine revving up!

#3. Eliminate Your Personal Emissions

While every other reason on this list is a bonus for driving clean, the most important reason why people should consider getting an electric car is to contribute to the global effort to curb carbon emissions. There is no need to rely on petroleum when your car can be powered by electricity.

#4. Charge Your Car at Home

With an electric vehicle (EV) charger installed in your home by an electrician in Toronto, you don’t have to worry about your vehicle not having enough power to get out of the garage. Also, as mentioned earlier, you pay a lower, predictable rate to charge your electric vehicle. And as electric cars become more common, so will public charging stations.

We support anyone making the switch to an electric car, and we can provide you with an electrician in Toronto to install an EV charger in your home. Your EV charger can be installed in garage wall or as a standalone unit. Either way, we ensure that your charger’s location does not inconvenience you in any way.

At A.S. Electrical, we provide electricians who have expertise and hands-on experience performing industrial, residential and commercial electrical work. We have been in business since 2006, and we’ve built a reputation as a trusted source of licensed electricians in Toronto. Contact us today if you’re in need of an electrician in Toronto!