Snag Used EVs Now, Save Big

0:00It's April 21st, welcome in. This is California News Today, where local news meets AI. Right now is the prime time to snag a used electric vehicle folks. Take Julius Lopez from Thousand Oaks, California. He scored a 2023 Kia Nero EV way below its original $47,000 sticker price. Experts like Joseph Yoon from Edmonds.com say it's the best moment in years thanks to massive battery tech leaps from those old hybrid eras. Batteries today hold up way better and most solid dealers test them for a battery score that tells you the real health upfront. That gives buyers real confidence without the new car premium. Plenty of folks are jumping on these deals, loving the eco perks plus the savings. With leases from 2023 flooding back to lots by 2026, expect even sweeter prices and more options hitting the market soon. Hot shopping means hunting certified pre-owned rides for those solid warranties. Skip federal rebates, but scout local or state incentives for the cars and home chargers.

1:05Steer clear of super old or high mileage ones, unless it's a Chevy Bolt or Nissan Leaf. Their budget kings for daily commutes. Guys like Lopez wouldn't go back to new, the values just too strong. Keep an eye on those lease returns and you could drive electric without breaking the bank.