Before you go electric, you’ll have to do your research. Just like every other big decision you make in your life, swapping to an electric car requires a hard look at you lifestyle, including your finances, preferences, and living situation. It can be pretty overwhelming, but before you give up, we’re here to help! We’ve…
MPGe, kWh, 4xe? Everything You Need to Know About Electric Car Lingo
Now that you know the difference between BEVs and PHEVs, it’s time to dig deeper. There are tons of unfamiliar terms, acronyms, and measurements thrown around in the EV world, and they can get overwhelming pretty quickly if you haven’t had the luxury of following EV development for the past few years. But you don’t…
Are Electric Vehicles Dangerous?
When it comes to cars, safety is probably one of your main concerns. And I’m sure you don’t want your desire to do better for the environment to be at odds with the choices you make to protect your family. That’s why, today, we’re breaking down some of the biggest myths about electric vehicle safety…
This Is the Future of Electric Technology
Electric vehicles are here to stay—and the electric technology is only going to keep getting more and more impressive. Cars that can be used as emergency generators during power outages? Ranges of over 500 miles? Battery technology that turns your vehicle into a sleek machine optimizing its power? It’s all on its way in…
Are Electric Cars Actually Better for the Environment?
Some people are saying that electric cars are just as bad for the environment as combustion engines. Some people are saying electric cars are even worse. There are a ton of myths surrounding electric vehicles and just how eco-friendly they are, with some based in fact and some completely made up. It can be hard to find…
BEVs, PHEVs, and Hybrids: Everything You Need to Know About Cars With Alternative Power
BEV? PHEV? IDK! If you’re feeling lost in the lingo of alternative fuel source vehicles, you’re not alone. Terms like PHEV or 4xe are being thrown around a lot lately as cars swap from gasoline power to electricity (or even hydrogen!), and it can be easy to feel disoriented. And that’s okay. The words we…
The Pros and Cons of Swapping to an Electric Car
Swapping to an electric car is as big a decision as completely revamping your signature look. Making the decision is a big one—and it can be difficult to decide whether or not an electric car is right for you. There are so many factors that come into play—some you may not have even thought of…
5 Most Fuel Efficient Cars For Families We’ve Ever Seen
It is easy being green! Think you can’t have one of these green cars because you have kids? Not true! You can drive in style and save some green while being green! When looking for the best eco-friendly family cars, I didn’t have to look farther than stories written by our A Girls Guide to Cars…
The Neiman Marcus Christmas Book Can Make Your Holiday Road Trip an Exercise in Perfection
You need a bit of luxe in your life, this year more than ever. Every year, luxury retailer Neiman Marcus curates a select group of Fantasy Gifts, an exclusive group of products and experiences that come with an over-the-top price tag. But for a less pricey investment, the company curates a Christmas Book with a…
Eco Friendly Car Washing (No Daisy Dukes need apply!)
The most water-saving cost efficient way to wash your car? Keep reading. Here’s what I hate about washing my car: 1. It’s expensive. $10 to have it washed and vacuumed. Every week? Ouch. Even if it’s only every two weeks, I can think of other things I’d rather do with my time and $10. 2….