The electric vehicle (EV) driving community is full of passionate and enthusiastic people who drive an EV for many different reasons. For some, it is to lower their carbon footprint and take environmental action. For others, it is to save money on fuel and maintenance. Still others prefer the thrill of instant acceleration and how quiet they are. For many, it is a combination of all of these things.

Ask any EV driver if they regret their decision to drive an EV and most will say “Once you go electric, you never go back.” Here are some reasons why you should get behind the wheel of an electric car.