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EV Mechanic Near Me: How to Find the Right Electric Vehicle Repair Shop
Ownership & Costs·9 min

EV Mechanic Near Me: How to Find the Right Electric Vehicle Repair Shop

Looking for an EV mechanic near you? Learn what to look for in an electric vehicle repair shop, when you need a dealer, and how Recharged helps with used EVs.

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EV Range Explained: Real-World Miles, Battery Health, and Buying Smart
Ownership & Costs·10 min

EV Range Explained: Real-World Miles, Battery Health, and Buying Smart

Understand EV range in the real world, what affects it, how much range you actually need, and how battery health impacts used EV range. Shopper-focused 2025 guide.

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EV Preconditioning: How to Warm Up Your Battery for Faster Charging
Ownership & Costs·9 min

EV Preconditioning: How to Warm Up Your Battery for Faster Charging

Learn how EV preconditioning works, when to use it, and how it boosts winter range and fast-charging speeds. Practical tips for everyday drivers in 2025.

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EV Repair Costs in 2025: What Breaks, What It Costs, and How to Plan
Ownership & Costs·9 min

EV Repair Costs in 2025: What Breaks, What It Costs, and How to Plan

Worried about EV repair costs? See how electric vehicle repairs compare to gas cars in 2025, what big-ticket items cost, and how to budget, especially for used EVs.

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How to Choose the Right EV Repair Shop Near You in 2025
Ownership & Costs·9 min

How to Choose the Right EV Repair Shop Near You in 2025

Searching for an EV repair shop near you? Learn how to find certified electric vehicle mechanics, what repairs really matter, and how used EV buyers can stay protected.

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EV Roadside Assistance: What You Really Need in 2025
Ownership & Costs·10 min

EV Roadside Assistance: What You Really Need in 2025

Learn how EV roadside assistance works in 2025: towing, mobile charging, flat tires, dead 12V batteries and what you actually need as an electric driver.

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EV-Specific Tires: Do You Really Need Them in 2025?
Ownership & Costs·9 min

EV-Specific Tires: Do You Really Need Them in 2025?

Wondering if you really need EV-specific tires? Learn how electric vehicle tires differ, how they affect range, noise, safety, and what to look for when you replace them.

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EV Service and Maintenance: 2025 Guide to Keeping Your Electric Car Healthy
Ownership & Costs·9 min

EV Service and Maintenance: 2025 Guide to Keeping Your Electric Car Healthy

Learn how EV service really works: what’s different from gas cars, typical costs, battery checks, and when to book maintenance for a used electric vehicle.

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EV Tire Pollution: What Drivers Need to Know in 2025
Ownership & Costs·9 min

EV Tire Pollution: What Drivers Need to Know in 2025

Worried about EV tire pollution and microplastics? Learn what really happens, how EVs compare to gas cars, and simple ways to cut tire and brake emissions.

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EV Tire Wear Pollution: What Drivers Need to Know in 2025
Ownership & Costs·9 min

EV Tire Wear Pollution: What Drivers Need to Know in 2025

EVs cut tailpipe emissions, but what about EV tire wear pollution? Learn how big the problem is, how it compares to gas cars, and what you can do to reduce it.

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EV Tires vs Regular Tires: Costs, Range, and Safety in 2025
Ownership & Costs·9 min

EV Tires vs Regular Tires: Costs, Range, and Safety in 2025

EV tires vs regular tires: discover differences in cost, range, wear, and safety, and whether you really need EV-specific rubber for your electric car.

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EV Tracking Information: What Your Car Records and How to Use It
Ownership & Costs·9 min

EV Tracking Information: What Your Car Records and How to Use It

Learn what EV tracking information your car records, how it’s used for battery health, insurance and fleets, and how to protect your privacy while getting the benefits.

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EV Warranty Guide 2025: Battery Coverage, Limits & Fine Print
Ownership & Costs·10 min

EV Warranty Guide 2025: Battery Coverage, Limits & Fine Print

Understand EV warranties in 2025, battery, powertrain, and used EV coverage. Learn what an 8-year/100k EV warranty really covers and how to protect yourself.

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EV Winter Tires: Range, Safety, and Top Picks for 2025
Ownership & Costs·9 min

EV Winter Tires: Range, Safety, and Top Picks for 2025

Learn how EV winter tires affect range and safety, when you really need them, and the best EV-ready winter tires for 2025, plus tips for used EV buyers.

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Fast Electric Cars in 2025: From Hypercars to Real-World EVs
Reviews & Comparisons·9 min

Fast Electric Cars in 2025: From Hypercars to Real-World EVs

Looking for a fast electric car? Compare 2025’s quickest EVs from hypercars to realistic daily drivers, plus used-buying tips and financing options.

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Fastest EVs in 2025: From Record‑Breaking Hypercars to Real‑World Rockets
Technology·10 min

Fastest EVs in 2025: From Record‑Breaking Hypercars to Real‑World Rockets

Explore the fastest EVs in 2025, from 300+ mph hypercars to sub-2-second sedans and SUVs. See 0-60, top speed, and how this performance fits real-world use.

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First Hybrid Car Invented: From 1900 Experiments to Today’s Hybrids
EV Education·9 min

First Hybrid Car Invented: From 1900 Experiments to Today’s Hybrids

Discover when the first hybrid car was invented, how early hybrids like the Lohner-Porsche Semper Vivus led to the Toyota Prius, and what it means for hybrid & EV buyers today.

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The First Electric Car: From 19th‑Century Experiments to Today’s EVs
EV Education·9 min

The First Electric Car: From 19th‑Century Experiments to Today’s EVs

Learn the true story of the first electric car, how early EVs worked, and what their history means for today’s buyers considering their first electric car.

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