Are you looking for a ‘green’ car? Here’s what to consider first.
If you’re driven to save the planet, you may be tempted to opt for a ‘green', or eco-friendly, vehicle. Not only does buying a green vehicle reduce your impact on your environment but it helps to trim down your outgoing expenses!
Cars are one of the leading causes of air pollution, releasing harming carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, and hydrocarbons. When you learn
what these do to the planet, you’ll be convinced to make your next car purchase a green one.
Here’s what to look for when getting a green vehicle:
Fuel Efficiency – A big part of what makes a green vehicle ‘green’ is the miles that it gets per gallon and how it burns the fossil fuels. When engines use gas, they produce greenhouses gasses. Consuming the least amount of fuel for more miles is the key to going green, so make sure that high mileage is a priority.
Emissions – There are minimum emissions standards prescribed. Find out where your vehicle ranks and ensure that it emits as little as possible, as emissions are a big culprit in polluting the environment.
Hybrids – Most hybrids pair a gasoline engine with an electric motor and a battery capable of powering the car alone during times of low demand. When the engine runs, it recharges the battery, so the vehicle doesn’t need to be charged. These efficient systems can cut fuel consumption by 30 to 50 percent over the gasoline-fueled versions of the same auto models. They can also reduce smog pollution drastically, almost 90 percent over even the cleanest fuel-only vehicles.
All-Electric Vehicles – These cars are by far the greenest! However, they can also be a pretty penny to purchase. Even so, the savings in gas (as well as helping the environment!) is significant.
With your green vehicle,
call Tompkins Insurance Agencies for assistance in selecting the right
auto insurance policy!
