Cars.com is hosting free, live, virtual EV training sessions as the EV-curious population grows

The leading automotive market notes that nearly a third of Americans are curious about electric vehicles, but the majority remain undecided as to what to buy

Published: Oct 25, 2021 at 7:00 AM EDT|Updated: 21 minutes ago

CHICAGO, October 25, 2021 / PRNewswire / – Cars.com (NYSE: CARS), the leading online auto shopping marketplace, will help shoppers find electric vehicle (EV) ownership with Cars.com’s Guide for the EV Curious, a free live virtual event with the team of automotive experts Oct 28 at Noon CDT. Cars.com experts will share information about electric vehicle ownership and answer live questions from consumers interested in electric vehicles, which can also be submitted in advance. Registration is required at Live.cars.com.

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“Cars.com bought its first plug-ins a decade ago, a Nissan Leaf and a Chevrolet Volt, and we’ve evaluated numerous other electric models since then. We go beyond car driving and live with EVs and test the range, cost and facility associated with home charging, “said Joe Wiesenfelder, Editor-in-Chief of Cars.com and EV expert. “With all the fuss about electric vehicles, our team will cover everything from charging equipment and other considerations to our thoughts on some of the most popular electric vehicles.”

Electric vehicles are gaining attention and consumers are getting more options.

Given that more than 100 new EV options are expected to hit the market between 2021 and 2025, and that government funding for EVs and EV infrastructure is currently in a heated debate, consumers will be aware that 32% of car buyers are actively looking to buy their first EV.1 While electric vehicles currently account for less than 5% of all searches on Cars.com, the proportion of searches for new electric vehicles has increased in San Francisco; The angel; Seattle; Sacramento, California.; and Denver 4 percentage points on average compared to the same point in time in the previous year.2 Local dealers also have to adapt to demand. Currently, only 37% of local dealerships sell electric vehicles, and 63% are actively planning to sell, service and train electric vehicles.3 On Cars.com, 41% of new car dealers have an inventory of new electric vehicles listed

“Cars.com has almost doubled the search for EVs since last year – but EV sales are growing at a slower pace.2 There is no doubt that consumer interest in EVs is growing, especially as major automakers join the category and grow offer more SUV and pickup options for buyers, but there is still uncertainty for the average person, “said Wiesenfelder.

Car buyers need more information and education.

For owners of electric vehicles, the advantages are obvious: lower fuel costs, environmental pollution and lower maintenance costs. For hesitant car buyers, the limited range, lack of charging options, limited battery life and different charging times cause confusion and hesitation. Cars.com is here to help those interested in electric vehicle ownership better understand the pros and cons of electric vehicles, and to help dispel misinformation so they can make an informed decision about whether to buy an electric vehicle or a gas-powered one Vehicle is right for them. There is clearly a lot at stake for the EV-curious buyer looking to switch to electric. And since the majority of EV buyers are unsure which make and model to buy, Cars.com will help educate and evaluate the variety of choices that are emerging from the new EV world.

To learn more about electric vehicles and owning electric vehicles, log on to Cars.com Oct 28 lunchtime CDTl for Cars.com’s Guide for the EV Curious and all burning EV questions answered. Registration is required at Live.cars.com.

1EV owner and buyer study, June 2021, 880 replies
2 Cars.com internal data, October 2021
3 dealer survey, September 2021, 91 replies

Via Cars.com
CARS is a leading digital marketplace and solution provider for the automotive industry, connecting car buyers with sellers. Started in 1998 with the flagship marketplace site Cars.com and headquartered in Chicago, the company gives buyers the data, resources, and digital tools they need to make informed purchasing decisions and connect seamlessly with auto dealers. In a rapidly changing market, CARS enables dealers and OEMs with innovative technical solutions and data-driven intelligence to better reach and influence buyers who are ready to buy, increase inventory turnover and gain market share.

In addition to Cars.com, the CARS brands include Dealer Inspire, a technology provider that develops solutions that make car dealerships future-proof with more efficient processes and networked digital experiences; FUEL, which enables dealers and OEMs to capitalize on the untapped power of digital video by targeting the pure target audience of car buyers from Cars.com and DealerRater, a leading platform for car dealer rating and reputation management.

The full range of CARS brands includes Cars.com ™, Dealer Inspire®, FUEL ™, DealerRater®, Auto.com ™, PickupTrucks.com ™ and NewCars.com®. More information is available at www.Cars.com.

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