Downsize to cargo bike/micro vehicle
Why? You may find you can do most local trips without your car, especially if you get an electric cargo bike (or trike). Then, you can carry a little student stowaway or even make carless grocery trips. And it’s so much more fun!
Resources: Are microcars the smaller, greener future of urban driving?
Buy an EV when needed
Why? When you’re next in the market for a car, but an e-bike or electric minicar won’t quite suit your needs, it may be time to buy a standard passenger EV.
Resources: Electric Vehicles and E-Bikes | City of Alameda, Get Around Alameda | City of Alameda, Electric Vehicles | Alameda Municipal Power, CA
Take advantage of EV rebates
Why? There are several EV rebates available that help reduce the cost of purchase.
Resources: Electric Vehicles and E-Bikes | City of Alameda, Electric Vehicles | Alameda Municipal Power, CA, Electric Vehicle - Federal Tax Credit | The Switch Is On Incentive Finder