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It goes without saying that driving an EV is very different from driving a combustion-powered vehicle. Of course, you\u2019ll use the steering wheel in the same way as you did before, but there are several differences. First of all, some electric cars no longer have an interior rearview mirror. This is replaced by a camera whose image is displayed on your big screen.<\/p>\n
This brings us to our next difference, that of display and appearance. Farewell to the small glass dashboards on which speed is indicated by a needle, for example. Your new EV is all about technology, so be warned: your cockpit will be very modern and the screens will be numerous. The technology in your car will be up to date, and this may take some getting used to, especially at first.<\/p>\n
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Speaking of adapting, you\u2019ll also have to adapt your driving, since EVs use regenerative braking rather than mechanical braking, which means you\u2019ll only need one pedal to drive \u2013 the accelerator pedal. You take your foot off the gas pedal and instantly the vehicle slows to a stop if you don\u2019t press it again.\u00a0 These are just a few examples, and we\u2019re sure you\u2019ll notice others, but these are small differences that may surprise you at the start of your transition, but we\u2019re sure you\u2019ll appreciate them!<\/p>\n
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If you drive a lot in your daily life, you\u2019ll need an EV with a good range. These days, manufacturers make it a point of honour to constantly increase the range of their vehicles. The average range is currently between 300 and 400km, but we\u2019re already aiming for 500km and, in the longer term, 1000km per charge. Whether you need to drive a hundred kilometers a day or just make short trips around town, it\u2019s important to keep your car\u2019s range in mind so you don\u2019t get caught out at the wrong moment. This will help you plan your journeys with peace of mind.<\/p>\n
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Charging infrastructure<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/beqtechnology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/19-300x169.png\")
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Whether on the road or at home, recharging your EV is an important part of your driving experience. It\u2019s much more pleasant and less stressful to hit the road knowing our vehicle has enough range, but it\u2019s even more reassuring to know where to stop for a refill if the need arises. We therefore recommend that you familiarize yourself with both residential and commercial recharging infrastructures, so that you\u2019ll always be able to\u00a0plug in<\/a>\u00a0quickly and efficiently.<\/p>\nWhat\u2019s more, when recharging at a commercial charging station, also known as a fast-charging station, we strongly advise you to aim for 80% charge and not 100%. This is not only because it can have a negative impact on your battery in the long term, but also because it will cost you much more than if you stop charging at around 80%.<\/p>\n
Above 80%, recharging costs increase. So on a very long journey, it makes more sense and is more economical for you to stop more frequently and stretch your legs at the same time!<\/p>\n
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The battery in an EV lasts a long, long time. We\u2019re talking about a lifespan of around twenty years, but batteries are generally guaranteed for a period of 8 years. To preserve your battery, we obviously recommend that you don\u2019t always charge your car at a fast-charging station. It\u2019s better to invest in a home charging station, so you can charge your car in the comfort of your own home, at the right energy rate.<\/p>\n
Of course, fast charging stations charge your EV more quickly, delivering a much faster flow than Level 2 stations, but this can also have a\u00a0negative impact<\/a>\u00a0on your battery in the long term.<\/p>\nAnother element that can have an impact on your battery and your EV\u2019s range is your journey. The impact is on a smaller scale, of course, but when you\u2019re not accelerating or going downhill, it helps recharge your battery!<\/p>\n
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Tax incentives<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/beqtechnology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/5-300x169.png\")
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The\u00a0Quebec<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Canadian<\/a>\u00a0governments, as well as several municipalities, currently offer attractive tax incentives. On the provincial side, the Roulez Vert program offers a rebate of up to $7,000 on a new EV, and up to $3,500 on a used EV. At the federal level, a $5,000 incentive is offered on the purchase or lease of a battery, hybrid or hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle.<\/p>\nAs for municipalities, many offer rebates for the purchase and installation of a charging station. We invite you to learn more about all these incentives on\u00a0our dedicated page<\/a>.<\/p>\nAnd the incentives don\u2019t stop there. Many cities, such as Joliette, St-J\u00e9r\u00f4me and Victoriaville, offer free parking to EV owners. What\u2019s more. Some provincial ferries offer free travel to electromobilists, and in some regions, electric car drivers have access to reserved lanes. This is particularly the case in the greater Montreal area, and let\u2019s face it, it\u2019s very practical!<\/p>\n
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Quiet ride<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/beqtechnology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/6.1-300x169.png\")
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We\u2019ve already established that driving an EV is different from driving a gasoline-powered vehicle, but we haven\u2019t talked about THE major difference: silence. The operation of an electric vehicle is totally silent, which means that you don\u2019t hear the acceleration of the engine when you accelerate, or make any noise when you start off or reverse. You\u2019re in complete silence, apart from any outside noise. You need to adapt to this silence, especially when you\u2019re in a parking lot or backing out of your yard, for example, since it\u2019s important to make sure that pedestrians, cyclists, etc., have noticed you, given the absence of noise produced by your vehicle. So you need to be even more vigilant.<\/p>\n
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Savings<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/beqtechnology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/20-300x169.png\")
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Your transition to electric will be a great saving. Yes, it\u2019s true that EVs are a little more expensive to buy, but with all the incentives on offer, the prices are more than attractive. And don\u2019t forget that you\u2019ll save a lot of money at the gas pump, because you won\u2019t be going there anymore! On average, a mid-sized internal combustion vehicle can cost between $3,500 and $4,000 a year in gasoline. An electric car will cost you around $400 in electricity.<\/p>\n
There are major savings here, as well as in maintenance and upkeep costs. Since there are far\u00a0fewer parts on an EV<\/a>, there are fewer visits to your mechanic, and your wallet will thank you for it. No oil changes, no transmissions to replace, the costs are lower and you\u2019ll quickly realize it!<\/p>\n
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Whether on the road or at home, recharging your EV is an important part of your driving experience. It\u2019s much more pleasant and less stressful to hit the road knowing our vehicle has enough range, but it\u2019s even more reassuring to know where to stop for a refill if the need arises. We therefore recommend that you familiarize yourself with both residential and commercial recharging infrastructures, so that you\u2019ll always be able to\u00a0plug in<\/a>\u00a0quickly and efficiently.<\/p>\n What\u2019s more, when recharging at a commercial charging station, also known as a fast-charging station, we strongly advise you to aim for 80% charge and not 100%. This is not only because it can have a negative impact on your battery in the long term, but also because it will cost you much more than if you stop charging at around 80%.<\/p>\n Above 80%, recharging costs increase. So on a very long journey, it makes more sense and is more economical for you to stop more frequently and stretch your legs at the same time!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The battery in an EV lasts a long, long time. We\u2019re talking about a lifespan of around twenty years, but batteries are generally guaranteed for a period of 8 years. To preserve your battery, we obviously recommend that you don\u2019t always charge your car at a fast-charging station. It\u2019s better to invest in a home charging station, so you can charge your car in the comfort of your own home, at the right energy rate.<\/p>\n Of course, fast charging stations charge your EV more quickly, delivering a much faster flow than Level 2 stations, but this can also have a\u00a0negative impact<\/a>\u00a0on your battery in the long term.<\/p>\n Another element that can have an impact on your battery and your EV\u2019s range is your journey. The impact is on a smaller scale, of course, but when you\u2019re not accelerating or going downhill, it helps recharge your battery!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The\u00a0Quebec<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Canadian<\/a>\u00a0governments, as well as several municipalities, currently offer attractive tax incentives. On the provincial side, the Roulez Vert program offers a rebate of up to $7,000 on a new EV, and up to $3,500 on a used EV. At the federal level, a $5,000 incentive is offered on the purchase or lease of a battery, hybrid or hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle.<\/p>\n As for municipalities, many offer rebates for the purchase and installation of a charging station. We invite you to learn more about all these incentives on\u00a0our dedicated page<\/a>.<\/p>\n And the incentives don\u2019t stop there. Many cities, such as Joliette, St-J\u00e9r\u00f4me and Victoriaville, offer free parking to EV owners. What\u2019s more. Some provincial ferries offer free travel to electromobilists, and in some regions, electric car drivers have access to reserved lanes. This is particularly the case in the greater Montreal area, and let\u2019s face it, it\u2019s very practical!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n We\u2019ve already established that driving an EV is different from driving a gasoline-powered vehicle, but we haven\u2019t talked about THE major difference: silence. The operation of an electric vehicle is totally silent, which means that you don\u2019t hear the acceleration of the engine when you accelerate, or make any noise when you start off or reverse. You\u2019re in complete silence, apart from any outside noise. You need to adapt to this silence, especially when you\u2019re in a parking lot or backing out of your yard, for example, since it\u2019s important to make sure that pedestrians, cyclists, etc., have noticed you, given the absence of noise produced by your vehicle. So you need to be even more vigilant.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Your transition to electric will be a great saving. Yes, it\u2019s true that EVs are a little more expensive to buy, but with all the incentives on offer, the prices are more than attractive. And don\u2019t forget that you\u2019ll save a lot of money at the gas pump, because you won\u2019t be going there anymore! On average, a mid-sized internal combustion vehicle can cost between $3,500 and $4,000 a year in gasoline. An electric car will cost you around $400 in electricity.<\/p>\n There are major savings here, as well as in maintenance and upkeep costs. Since there are far\u00a0fewer parts on an EV<\/a>, there are fewer visits to your mechanic, and your wallet will thank you for it. No oil changes, no transmissions to replace, the costs are lower and you\u2019ll quickly realize it!<\/p>\nEffects on the battery<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/p>\nTax incentives<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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