Electric Cars for Dummies - by Brian Culp (Paperback)

About the Book

Book Synopsis

Drive into the 21st century in an electric car

With falling cost of ownership, expanded incentives for purchasing, and more model and body type options than ever, it may finally be time to retire the old gas-guzzler and dive into the world of electric car ownership. Electric Cars For Dummies is your guide to becoming lightning powered, reducing your carbon footprint, and saving money on gas while you do it. This book teaches you how to select the battery-charged vehicle that fits your need and budget. It also offers insight into how to maintain your electric car, including answering all your questions about charging your vehicle. Calculate the total cost of ownership, prep your home to become one huge charger, and demystify the battery, the tune-ups and more.

• Learn the difference in cost of ownership and emissions between electric and gas-powered vehicles
• Explore your options and find an electric car that fits in your budget
• Know when and how to charge your vehicle, and what kind of maintenance it needs
• Figure out how to charge your car on the go

This is the perfect book for new and would-be electric car owners looking for guidance on buying and maintaining one of these super sleek machines.

From the Back Cover

The future of the road is electric

Are you considering your first electric vehicle purchase or looking for insight into how to take care of your brand new plug-in car? Either way, this book has the advice you need to make the right decisions. Written by an insider in the electric vehicle industry, dive in to learn more about the tech that powers electric cars, the various electric car options, and how to purchase and maintain the perfect electric car for you. Discover how to keep your battery charged at home and on the road as we take you from 0 to 60 in no time.

Inside...

• A simple explanation of how electric cars work
• The differences between electric and gas-powered cars
• Electric options for every budget
• Advice on keeping your battery charged
• Safety features in electric cars
• How to protect and service electric vehicles

About the Author

Brian Culp is a long-time technical writer who is currently the technical publications manager for a U.S.- based electric car manufacturer. Before he started his career as an electric vehicle expert, Brian played three years of professional baseball. He still holds the career home run record at his alma mater, Kansas State University.