WE MADE THE SWITCH

JOHN in the USA chose the Nissan Leaf 100% Electric he shares his reasons

PREVIOUS VEHICLE OWNED PREVIOUSLY?

Volkswagen Golf

WHEN WAS THE SWITCH MADE? 2014

WHAT LED TO THE DECISION?

I decided to switch when gasoline prices became excessively high back in 2014. I chose the Leaf because it was the premier EV on the market at the time and the technology was ahead of its time.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE?

The primary difference between an electric vehicle and a conventional gas powered vehicle is the obvious savings on gasoline and the EV does not cost much to operate on a daily basis. For instance, to charge my EV it cost me roughly $20 in additional cost to my monthly electric bill at home whereas I was spending $160 plus in gasoline per month in my previous vehicle.

WHAT DO YOU LIKE /FEATURES?

EVs come with a multitude of fantastic options and technology they are we’re quieter than gas-powered vehicles, they are a lot quicker from a standing still position because the torch produced is 100% to the wheels so there is no lag time.

WHAT WOULD BE YOUR ADVICE TO PERSONS WHO ARE THINKING OF SWITCHING?

My advice to anyone thinking about purchasing an EV would be to make sure that you can incorporate it into your daily life because if you drive a lot you may experience some rays of anxiety meaning be aware of where and when you should or will charge up. Consider having a charging station at or near your home however in a small island like Barbados it may not be a problem getting around on a full charge.