Electric vehicles or EVs are in a steady progression of being the standard for automobiles as the EV market is expected to have a 28% growth by the 2030s, based on the data gathered by the International Energy Agency. As of now. they are not produced as much as the regular fuel variants. However, people are slowly transitioning to it based on energy consumption efficiency, the number of adaptable features that can be implemented within the electric motor, and just the overall positive feedback of EV owners in the last decade. So it is much more ideal for car consumers, especially for new car owners that look for the best fuel efficiency that would potentially save them money in the future, to consider trying out this great innovation. Here are the best EVs to look out for in 2022.
Budget EVs
While Tesla may be the frontrunners in the current EV market due to their balance of innovation and power, they are not known for their affordability. Fortunately, since the market is growing, costs of EVs are expected to dip down, which is a good sign for consumers and enthusiasts. With that being said, manufacturers like Toyota, Mazda, Volvo, Hyundai, just to name a few, are offering 2022 models that are under $40,000.
Best upcoming options are the 2022 Hyundai Kona Electric at an SRP of $35,200, the 2022 Toyota BZ4X at an estimated SRP under $40,000, and the 2022 Mazda MX-30 Electric, which wins the category for the best budget friendly EV in the upcoming year boasting amazing mileage and the best safety rating that are mirrored from their standard-fueled mid-size SUV models. You may also consider the 2022 Volvo XC40 Hybrid Electric, which, as described, does not have a full electric motor, but has a bunch of fuel balance feature capabilities that a full EV can do, and has an SRP of only $34,795.
Luxury and Power
If you want the most out of your EV, including the best available technology and features that it can produce, as well as the best mileage and horsepower, then here are a few luxury EVs to look out for. The 2023 Tesla Roadster is one of the most anticipated EVs since it was first introduced in 2017 as the successor to the original Tesla Roadster of 2012. Elon Musk mentioned that this will be the fastest EV ever built with a top speed of 250mph, with a standard all-wheel drive system that will propel it from 0-60 in just less than 2 seconds.
Meanwhile, the 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS is the top of the line sedan from the Mercedes EQ series. It features a sleek exterior design that is aerodynamically shaped to maximize the battery efficiency, and a jaw-dropping interior. Runner up is the 2022 Audi E-Tron GT with its 640hp engine and luxurious interior that features handmade seats, virtual heads up display, and mood light settings. The E-Tron GT is also a cross project with the RS line, the sport division of Audi, that will guarantee performance and sound quality, despite being a full EV. However, it’s important to add that over time, like every car, these masterpieces will also need a proper detailing job to keep them running like new.
For the Great Outdoors
The EV development broke through barriers by releasing pickup and all-terrain variants that are both suited for city and off-road driving. Arguably the most talked about EV in any format is the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning. This vehicle boasts a full 4×4 system, weight distribution system that helps reduce battery consumption, and a 12-inch infotainment system that has a preloaded network that will show the nearest charging station. Another great truck is the 2022 GMC Hummer EV, which is the first full electric vehicle from GMC. It features the re-designed iconic Hummer truck that has been used by the US Military for years. It has 3 electric motors that produces 1,000hp and will launch you from 0-60 within 3 seconds. Not bad for a truck that acts like a super car.
Owning an EV is not the only, and ideal economic choice for you and your family, but it serves as a steady outlook of people appreciating technology while maintaining the health of the planet. Hopefully this will open ideas for other important logistics transportation like aircrafts and ships, and other machinery that will rely on sustainable energy.
