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FUELING CA WITH ELECTRIC

Choosing electricity as the energy source for your vehicle involves several considerations. Electric vehicles (EVs) operate using a battery-powered electric motor, making them known for their quiet operation. As of now, the EV charging infrastructure is in its infancy, but will eventually allow for increased convenience once charging stations are placed in/near locations that offer various amenities like convenience stores or shopping plazas, though charging times and availability may vary depending on location. Battery range and the availability of charging stations are also factors to consider when evaluating whether an electric vehicle suits your lifestyle and driving needs.

LEARN below about the BENEFITS and OBSTACLES of choosing ELECTRIC to fuel your transportation.

BENEFITS

OBSTACLES

BENEFITS

OBSTACLES

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60% of the world’s cobalt for EV batteries comes from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where questions about human rights violations such as child labor continue to arise.

60% of electricity in California is generated by fossil fuels (natural gas 38%, coal 22%).

Electric vehicles are only as sustainable as the electricity used to charge them.

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