Expert Auto Repair in Canadian Lakes, near by Stanwood, MI

"Elijah is a great guy! He kept me informed on my repair through out the whole process. He is very professional and did and amazing clean job on my van to get it up and running!"

"Elijah was up front and very communicative. He is just starting off but with his service and work will keep him in business a long time."

"Elijah is a great auto technician. Very knowledgeable and professional. I'd highly recommend his shop to anyone needing automotive repairs and service."

"Elijah was the best mechanic I have come across in the state of Michigan. His communication and understanding far exceeded my expectations."

Everyone is talking about EV’s! Some strongly oppose them and say they would rather have a diesel; others buy one only to experience range anxiety and become dissatisfied. There are a lot of factors that play into a new car purchase…. In the face of so many options, what does the wise consumer do? 

Hybrids and PHEVs have a history and a reputation of reliability and efficiency since the beginning of the 21st century. Some examples are the Toyota Prius, The Honda Insight, and later the chevy volt. All of these offered decent mpg, and much greater efficiency than regular gasoline-powered vehicles. Other benefits are no range anxiety and the ability to refuel quickly anywhere you may take the car. With electric vehicles highly incentivized by the government, does this mean they are the best option for the average American citizen in 2023? 

A used Prius, for $9,000 or a new EV for $30,000-$50,000, you decide! At 2nd Mile Repair near Grand rapids Michigan, we periodically see a Prius with close to 300k miles! These cars often have no rust and can be expected to last another 100k miles! Crazy huh?! We often perform repairs on these slightly older cars such as engines and batteries. This gives the car a new lease on life and comes with a warranty! Yes, I’m saying you don’t need to spend 30k to get a reliable, efficient, vehicle! 

Reduce, reuse, recycle! Another thing about an older restored Prius is its recycling! There are so many benefits about keeping a car on the road instead of sending it the cruncher, Financial, and environmental. 

As the world gets more and more EVs the average user may be better off getting their old reliable hybrid face-lifted or even buying a efficient used hybrid. If you’re looking for hybrid repair in Michigan, you may have come to the right spot! 

While EVs are new and exciting, for most people, the hybrid poses a more reliable and affordable alternative. If you have two cars, an EV would make a great second car, but if you can only have one, you may find a hybrid such as a Prius, suits your needs much better! 

 If you have questions about how you can get a great hybrid, or get yours repaired in Grand Rapids Michigan, Big Rapids Michigan, or the surrounding area, contact us here for more information.

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At 2nd Mile Repair, our expertise shines brightest with hybrid and EVs, but we welcome all vehicles with open arms. Whether you drive the latest electric model or trust in the enduring power of gasoline and diesel engines, our team ensures your ride gets the best care. Every vehicle, regardless of its make or model, receives the same unparalleled service.