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Shoppers use lots of factors when selecting a dealership. For Recurrent's Best EV Dealership awards, the research team tries to analyze objective factors that can improve the EV shopping experience and odds of being paired with a great EV. We also use customer feedback and qualitative factors about the shopping experience.
Best EV Dealerships
In 2026, the research team analyzed EV inventory to determine an average or expected number of EV options at each dealership.
We also segmented total inventory into a variety of makes and models. In other words, does a dealership offer 20 options for two vehicle models or 20 options in 10 models? We know that different automakers have wildly different offerings so we favor variety.
We also ask shoppers for nominations and votes for Best Dealerships. The qualitative factors include:
- Did salespeople and team members seem knowledgeable and excited about EVs?
- Were there chargers on site, and were they open to the public?
- Does the online shopping experience provide EV-specific sales tools and information, such as range, battery warranty, and charge information?
- Was the overall experience positive, and would the driver recommend shopping there?
Here are the 2026 Best Places to Buy an EV.
