WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT BUYING AN EV IN 2025

Car shoppers considering buying an electric vehicle in 2025 will have more factors to consider than buyers in previous years.

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Most of it is good news. For instance, automakers are continuing to introduce new EVs and improve their current models. Expanded charging options and very attractive used EV prices are also hot topics for this year. But there are also negative trends you need to watch out for. Auto experts break down what you can expect before heading out and buying an EV for 2025.

HIGHER NEW VEHICLE PRICES ARE A DISTINCT POSSIBILITY

According to the NPR article ” Here’s how Trump’s tariffs could impact you and your wallet,” the price for certain imported electric vehicles will increase with the Trump administration tariffs. Tariffs on other components or materials used for vehicle manufacturing will also have an impact. Estimates vary widely on how much extra you might have to pay should these tariffs be in effect for a long duration, but it could potentially be thousands of dollars depending on the vehicle.