FRANKFURT AM MAIN, GERMANY - SEPTEMBER 13: The new Mercedes-Benz S560e plug-in hybrid car stands next to a charging station at the 2017 Frankfurt Auto Show on September 13, 2017 in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. The Frankfurt Auto Show is taking place during a turbulent period for the auto industry. Leading companies have been rocked by the self-inflicted diesel emissions scandal. At the same time the industry is on the verge of a new era as automakers commit themselves more and more to a future that will one day be dominated by electric cars. (Photo by Sean Gallup/Getty Images)
Electric vehicles (EVs) are getting cheaper—so whether you’re looking for a way to save on the hassle and cost of gas, shrink your carbon footprint, or simply zip around in a new Tesla, there are lots of reasons to consider a hybrid or electric car.
But before you go electric, there are a few decisions you have to make—and some planning you need to do—to make sure the car you buy fits your driving needs. Here are a few things to consider before you make the switch.
