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=Electric Cars=

Have you ever thought about buying an electric car? There are many benefits to the concept, but at the same time it sports many pitfalls. Some of the cars on the market include the Nissan Leaf and the Chevy Volt. These tables list some of their advantages and disadvantages, and also a picture of each vehicle. (Research shows that 95% of trips are under 60 miles.)

of all trips made || Only gets about 60 miles to the charge || Gasoline-powered engine can kick in for more mileage || Gasoline costs money || replaced || Can cover over 95% of all trips made || Batteries will eventually need replaced || Watch this powerpoint to see even more information about electric cars! Here's part of an advertisement for the Chevy Volt comparing money spent on fuel for an average new car and that spent on fuel for the Volt. media type="custom" key="12886082" [|Persuasive paper]
 * **Nissan Leaf** ||  || **Chevy Volt** ||   ||
 * Advantages || Disadvantages || Advantages || Disadvantages ||
 * Can cover up to 95%
 * Uses no gasoline || Batteries eventually need