Electric cars are growing in popularity for their sustainability and cost-efficiency. We've busted 9 common myths to help you decide.
Modern EVs can be charged at home and on the go. With over 12,146 charging stations in India and growing rapidly, you'll find plenty of options on the road.
One of the biggest myths is that EVs are expensive and unaffordable. The initial cost of buying an EV is indeed expensive as compared to ICE counterparts, the same cannot be said when it comes to overall running and ownership costs. Read our article to find the difference in costs.
A common myth is that EVs have limited range. Modern EVs, like the Tata Tiago EV with a 19.2 kWh battery offering up to 200 km, are designed for daily use and long drives. Higher trims offer larger batteries for extended travel..
With charging technology constantly improving, charging durations of EVs have substantially fallen. Today, there are three ways to charge an EV. Read about Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 charging in the article.
The fact is the average life of modern-day lithium-ion batteries is 10 to 20 years. Yes, you read that right. Moreover, today, most EV batteries come with an 8 year/1,50,000 km warranty which is more than enough for average Indian users who do not usually clock in 1.5 lakh kilometres on their cars’ odometers in eight years.
Norway, Iceland, and Sweden led EV adoption in Europe in 2022, proving modern Lithium-Ion batteries perform well in extreme climates, from icy winters to hot summers. India also excels in EV adoption despite diverse weather conditions.
While EVs may indirectly contribute to pollution due to reliance on coal-powered electricity, India is increasing renewable energy use. Currently, 45.5% of electricity comes from non-fossil sources, and EV batteries are recyclable.
A common myth is that India's power grid can't handle widespread EV adoption. With 2.27 million EVs and growing power generation, the grid can easily support this future shift. Considering the Indian government’s ambition of EVs making up 30% of the total vehicle sales, the growth in India’s overall power generation is enough to tackle the response.
Modern-day EVs are built to last long and survive the temperature fluctuations but also water damage. All electric vehicles in India are built with compliance to Ingress Protection (IP) norms as standard. This is why almost all EVs in India come with an IP67 rating or more which depicts protection against two major elements that are dust and water.