EVs: Cheaper than you think

Get your EV questions and concerns answered and get excited about going electric! We will showcase the latest amazing EVs that are available this year, with special focus on the Mustang Mach E, VW ID.4 and Tesla Model Y. Hear about charging, long distance travel, used EVs and find out why EVs are really comparable in price to gas cars when you look at 5 years of ownership. Finally find out some great ways to shop for EVs to make it easier and help get the best price.

[@jamoss55]

One question that I don't believe was asked has to do with purchasing an EV in an area where there the dealers aren't offering them. Case and point. I live in Missouri. There are a number of models not offered for sale here. No Hyundai or Kia support. Is it possible to purchase one in another state and have the local dealers honor warranties? Do you have any suggestions on how to deal with this or do you think that in the very near future, most all EVs will be offered nationwide?

[@ElectrifyNowUSA]

Thats a great question - let me get back to you about that.

[@ElectrifyNowUSA]

Here is the answer I got from Whit at Forth Mobility - he said you can email him directly if you want more info.
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That is a good question and has a few parts. I'll try to break it down.
1. I doubt you'll run into big issues with buying an EV in another state. My parents bought a PHEV in CA, and they live in WA (not a ZEV state). There can be some difficulties in registration when purchasing cars from out of state.
2. Honoring warranties. Dealerships will always honor warranties (the Manufacturer pays the dealership for servicing the warranty from what I know). BUT, some dealerships may not be equipped with the necessary equipment to service/repair EVs, which will almost definitely lead to them saying something along the lines of "you'll need to find a different service shop". That said, I wouldn't worry about that for much longer, unless it's an obscure vehicle with few dealerships in the area. This is a real issue and something I'd want to check to find the nearest dealership/service center that could service/repair my EV before buying it. If the dealership sells the vehicle, they have to be able to work on it - so this will be less of an issue as more dealerships start selling EVs. Regarding Hyundai, I'm under the impression they are making a hard pivot towards EVs and would be surprised by any dealerships not servicing EVs in the next two years, even in Misssouri. Feel free to call local dealerships/service centers and check, that's what I would do.
Let me know if you have any more questions. Whit