The popularity of electric cars is rising, but they’re still pretty expensive to buy new. That makes second-hand electric cars for sale models a compelling prospect for anyone seeking the smooth, quiet power delivery and admirable energy efficiency of an EV while keeping their costs down.

But as with all used car purchases, buyers need to be careful to do their research. The good news is that many EVs have fewer moving parts than traditional cars, so there’s less to go wrong. And the major battery components will generally have an eight- to 10-year warranty (though varies by state).

Another advantage is that EVs can be cheaper to run than cars powered by gasoline, especially for commuters and errands around town. Plus, most electric vehicles are exempt from some parking and traffic restrictions because they don’t emit tailpipe gases. And with some models, the batteries will even qualify for carpool lane perks for drivers in some areas.

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The biggest downside is inheriting someone else’s wear and tear, so make sure you do your usual checks when looking at used EVs for sale. Also, check the condition of the battery and the remaining range. Some apps and gadgets let you do this yourself, but the best way to do this is to ask the seller if they can provide a full report on the battery’s current condition from the carmaker. If they can’t, that could be a sign the battery is nearing its end of life.

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In the world of essential spirits, whats a good white rum doesn’t hold a candle to gin or bourbon. But it does play an important role in many classic cocktails, from the Daiquiri and Mojito to the simple Cuba Libre. And while you can certainly splurge on an aged sipping rum, you can also find good quality white rums on a budget.

White rum isn’t one of the more precise categories within the rum canon, as it can encompass anything from an unaged pot still rum that’s never even seen the inside of a barrel to an aged spirit that spends years in a barrel before undergoing filtration to remove its color. But the best ones all share a similar sweetness and balance, letting other ingredients in a cocktail stand out rather than drowning them out.

Fortunately, the number of quality, affordable white rums is on the rise, and there’s plenty to choose from. Here are our top picks, from new offerings to old favorites that can make any cocktail shine.

Bacardi Superior

This dependable Puerto Rican white rum is a go-to choice for those who prefer drinks with a lot of flavor, and it’s especially well suited to mixing up large batches of Mojitos or Pina Coladas for a crowd. This Bacardi Superior is light and crisp on the palate, with flavors of almonds and fruit, and a clean finish that won’t overpower other flavors in a cocktail.

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