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Lulu KC

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8. Oh--something I learned about EVs when I was looking

Reply to Indyfan53 (Original post)

Sat Mar 21, 2026, 06:06 PM

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A lot of people lease them because with the technology advancing quickly, they like to get a new car every year or so. So many of the gently used ones you're looking at have been maintained in compliance with leasing regulations. Another reason they're a good deal.

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