Economic benefits
- 50% discount on insurance costs forever (variable percentage depending on the city and the insurance company)
- Free car tax for the first 5 years
- The electric motor lasts for millions of km and does not need maintenance
- There is no usury: no adjustments or changing of the brushes are necessary
- No inconvenience during the tests
- Very simple vehicle maintenance
- Electric vehicles can travel freely and without costs in ZTL limited traffic areas
- Freedom of movement even on days when it would not be allowed on the basis of pollution reduction strategies
- Zero exhaust emissions
Environmental benefits
Compared to a vehicle with an internal combustion engine, the electric car produces up to 46% less greenhouse gas. Furthermore:
- Reduction of social costs due to the impact of combustion emissions on health and the ecosystem
- Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions
- Lower consumption of fossil fuels
- No noise pollution (electric vehicles are extremely silent)
Energy saving
The average energy savings achieved by electric vehicles compared to motor vehicles is around 40%, thanks to the overall efficiency significantly higher.
- Gasoline engine efficiency: 25%
- Electric motor efficiency: 90%
- Combined cycle power plant for electricity production efficiency: 45%