Want to save more than $11000 per year? Ebike vs car

So, what's the real costs of owning an ebike? And just how much cheaper is it than a car.

When it comes to commuting costs, there's no denying that owning a car can quickly add up. Between registration fees, fuel, parking, and insurance, the total annual expense can easily surpass $11000.

In contrast, an ebike offers a much more wallet-friendly alternative, with an average yearly running cost as low as $8 for charging and minimal maintenance fees. For those travelling around 80 km per week, the savings can be remarkable, particularly in cities like Adelaide, where parking alone can cost $3500 per year.

Let’s break down the numbers to see why an e-bike is a clear winner for cost-conscious commuters.

Compare car vs ebike cost per year

Car

• $660 registration
• $73 licence
• $3,500 parking
• $4,764 petrol
• $1,440 service and tyres
• $1,184 car insurance

=$11,621 per year (on average)

Ebike

• $8 electricity
• $220 service

=$228 per year (on average)

And with ebike batteries lasting anywhere up to ten years, you will still come out on top, even if you’re a frequent user of your ebike.

Now that you’ve seen the cold hard breakdown of facts, you might want to consider what you’re going to spend all that extra money on!

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Check out our sources here:

https://www.weride.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/WeRide_e-Bike_Subsidy_Report_FINAL-lores.pdf

$3500 parking in Adelaide  CBD (minimum - $70 per week x 50 weeks)

 https://www.theaustralian.com.au/breaking-news/aussies-spend-thousands-on-petrol-every-year/news-story/5f56779219ec43b76aea0a05d8acf061

https://www.budgetdirect.com.au/car-insurance/guides/car-buying/cost-of-owning-a-car.html