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IS IT TIME TO SWITCH TO ELECTRIC VEHICLES?


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Thomas Parker's Electric car in 1895.
 

In the early 20th century, electric vehicles made up close to 40 percent of the U.S. vehicle market share. They quietly zipped around cities where driving distances were short and charging stations were readily available. Despite their early popularity, they began to disappear from the streets after just a few years.

As roadways improved beyond the city limits, people wanted to get out and explore. With their slower speeds and shorter ranges, electric vehicles were not ideal for this type of travel. At the same time, gasoline cars improved and became both accessible and affordable. By 1930, electric vehicles had mostly vanished from roads.

Recently, a more substantial push for electric vehicles has developed. Electric vehicles were reintroduced to the market in 2010, and each year more shoppers are choosing to forgo gasoline models and opt for new all-electric or plug-in hybrid electric models.

Now, all major car manufacturers are showing support for electric vehicles by developing new models with longer ranges and more affordable prices. Research shows that by 2040, electric vehicles will account for about 50 percent of new car sales globally. During the next few years, electric vehicle growth is expected to continue across the U.S. There are also plans to install thousands of additional charging stations across the country. With the infrastructure in place, people will soon be able to drive electric from coast to coast with plenty of options to plug in along the way.We, at United, are here to help our members decide if an electric vehicle may be right for them by providing factual, objective information as well as first-hand experience with our electric vehicle fleet (five strong and counting). Members can even call us for a test-drive if they wish to feel how these cars handle.

Click on the following sections to learn more about Electric Vehicles.


Is an Electric Vehicle Right for Me?

We've all lived with the internal combustion engine, so how do we know if an electric vehicle is the right choice? Here are some tips to answer that question.

Consider These Questions

Electric Vehicle Facts

Those considering an electric vehicle have much to consider, and the web is full of information and misinformation. Cut through the noise and start here first.

Learn More About EVs

FAQs About Electric Cars

New technologies mean lots of questions for consumers. Here is a list of some of the most common questions members may have when considering a purchase of an electric vehicle.

Find Answers Here

National Comparison

We take a look at the 2018 Chevrolet model year to give members an idea of costs involved with a gas engine-powered car to a hybrid and an all-electric vehicle. See how they rate for fuel costs and emission by the numbers.

Compare Now

From United's EV Fleet

Before we started promoting electric vehicles to our members, we decided it was best to try them out for ourselves first so that we could give the membership an objective opinion. Here are some of our experiences.

Tour the Fleet

Find Where to Fuel Up

Don't let battery anxiety hold you back from your daily travels. If you're not near your home or one of our offices, use this handy map to find the nearest charging station to your location. Get juiced up and go!

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  • ABOUT US
    • About Us
    • About Your United Co-op
    • Board of Directors
    • Board Meetings
    • Bylaws
    • Community Involvement
    • Frequently Asked Questions About United
    • Leadership
    • Office Locations
    • Member Rights
    • Power Line Safety Act
    • Privacy Policy
    • Rates & Tariff
    • Safety Culture
    • Deregulation
    • PURPA-EISA
    • Securitization After Uri
  • PROGRAMS
    • Programs
    • Arcing Demonstrations
    • Assistance
    • Beat the Peak Sign-Up
    • Brazos Hardship Fund
    • Co-op Connections Card
    • Energy Audits
    • Internet
    • Operation Round Up
    • Rebate Programs
    • Renewable Energy
    • Scholarships
    • Thermostat Program
    • United Community Solar
    • Vegetation Management Program
    • Youth Tour
  • MY COOPERATIVE
    • Contact Us
    • Outage Texting
    • Report an Outage/Outage Map
    • Annual Meeting
    • Arcing Demonstrations
    • Billing and Payments
    • Careers
    • Cooperative Links
    • Electrical Safety
    • Electric Vehicles
    • Member Appreciation Day
    • Member Dividends
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    • Rural Friends/ACRE
    • Together We Save
  • MY HOME
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    • Energy Innovation
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