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Fact:
Driving electric means no tailpipe emissions, helping to
preserve the environment.
Fact:
Electricity is made from largely domestic sources helping to
reduce the dependence on foreign oil.
Fact:
Electric vehicle owners tend to have higher satisfaction levels
with their cars compared to non-electric vehicle owners.
Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle Extended Range Electric Vehicle Battery Electric Vehicle
(PHEV) (EREV) (BEV)
Electric vehicle with “Extended Range” Battery electric vehicle - Powered by
Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle Electric
electricity only
motor and ICE engine All electric for 35-40 miles
Electric range for 80-300
Electric range 10-40 miles Gas generated for 300+ miles
Zero emissions
Blended electric/gas at higher speeds 8-10 kWh
16-85 kWh
2-9 kWh Ex: Chevy VOLT
Ex: Nissan LEAF, Tesla S
Ex: Prius Plug-in
Today there are 25 different models of electric vehicles found in the U.S. with many
more coming to market this year.
Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure
AC Charging DC Fast Charging
Home, Fleet and Public Use Public and Large Fleet Use
Cost and complexity tends to increase the faster the charging level.
MYTH: Electric vehicles will make your MYTH: Electric vehicles are far more
energy bill go way up. expensive than the average car.