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Step 1
Research the available information about electric cars. You need to be an informed consumer in order to properly shop for an electric car. Check consumer report websites and publications for the top rated electric vehicles. These publications will break down the electric cars by various categories such as price, size, miles per gallon and speed abilities while running on electricity. Be sure to compare their other features such as seating capacity, storage space, safety features and maintenance reports. Keep in mind that a hybrid version of a standard model vehicle usually runs at least $3,000 more than its non-hybrid version.
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Step 2
Shop the car dealerships for their featured electric cars. Lexus now offers a hybrid in its 440h (hybrid), which is marketed to be a luxury, but sporty, utility vehicle. Ford has done well with its Escape Hybrid, its smallest sports utility vehicle. There is quite a bit of price difference between the Lexus and the Ford, so it shows that there are hybrids or electric capacity cars out there for every budget. As the electric cars are relatively new on the market, there may be only one per dealership. You may have to work with a sales person to order the electric car you have decided to purchase.
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Step 3
Attend auto shows in major cities. At the auto shows, you will see other electric cars or hybrids in addition to the previously described Lexus and Escape. You will be able to view a Honda Prius hybrid and the new Chevrolet Volt hybrid. Also, look to see some of the up and coming hybrids being shown such as the Honda Accord hybrid, Honda Civic hybrid and the Toyota Camry hybrid. It shows that many car manufacturers are jumping on the hybrid or electric car bandwagon and making hybrid versions of popular sedan styles. If you like what you see, you can probably make a deal right on the spot.
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Step 4
Browse online and Internet websites for options on buying an electric car as well. This is a great source to use if your local dealership does not have the type electric car in stock. You just might find it across the country somewhere and have it shipped right to your front door.
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Step 5
Shop for electric cars by your need for one. If your need for an electric car is only to move around your property or your own neighborhood, then you should consider the "original" electric car known as the "golf cart."
