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The BMW i3 coming in at a price point of just under $30,000 (after rebates) promises quality, speed, and luxury in an all electric vehicle. With a range of 80-100 miles, and an optional range extender (180+ miles), BMW is entering the EV market with a hit! Range: 86 Miles Battery Type: Lithium-ion Passenger Capacity: […]?
Want style, class, and 620 miles of range? The Ford Fusion Energi offers 21 miles of all-electric driving, but can finish the journey on gas for longer trips. Coming in at $32,056 after Colorado and federal tax incentives it is a great purchase for those who travel extensively. Range: 21 miles electric, 620 total Battery […]?
The Chevrolet Spark EV packs a punch, with 400 lbs/ft torque you’ll arrive at your destination quickly. With 82 miles of all-electric range the Spark is certainly a great value at $15,156 after federal and state tax credits. Range: 82 miles Battery Type: Lithium-ion Passenger Capacity: 4
Honda Accord Plug-in The Honda Accord has been a best-selling sedan for a long time, and this plug-in hybrid model will offer drivers 13 miles or electric range and 570 miles overall. Although only being sold in NY and CA currently, we expect to see it on Colorado dealer lots soon. Range: 13 miles electric, […]?
Electric Rides Section Map ARE YOU READY / ELECTRIC RIDES Honda Accord Plug-in Chevrolet Spark EV Ford Fusion Energi BMW i3 Toyota Plug-in Prius Toyota RAV4 EV Ford C-Max Energi Chevy Volt Nissan Leaf Smart Ed Honda Fit EV Ford Focus Electric Smart fortwo Tesla Model S Mitsubishi i MiEV Myth Busting Electric Vehicle IQ […]?
Battery Management System (BMS): Onboard computer system that monitors the vehicle battery and may be constructed into the charging system. The BMS helps maintain stable, safe operation of the battery pack and often optimizes performance. Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) Standard: The Environmental Protection Agency’s standard for average fuel economy, expressed in miles per gallon […]?
Emergency response for electric vehicles is not significantly different from conventional vehicles. Electric drive vehicles are designed with cutoff switches to isolate the battery and disable the electric system, and all high-voltage power lines are colored orange. One element of the Electric Ride Colorado campaign is to educate first responders around Colorado to make sure […]?
Home recharging of electric vehicles (EVs) is as simple as plugging them into an electric outlet. Electricity fueling costs for electric vehicles are reasonable compared to gasoline, especially if consumers take advantage of off-peak rates. However, electricity costs vary across the U.S. depending on location, type of generation, time of use, and access point (home, […]?
Level I –”wall plug” charging, equivalent to running a hair dryer (120V). Recharges roughly 5 miles of driving for each hour plugged in. Level II – special electric car plug, equivalent to a clothes dryer (240V). Recharges roughly 25–50 miles of driving for each hour plugged in.
Ford Transit Connect Electric: 80 miles Chevy Volt: 379 miles Fisker Karma: 300 miles Nissan Leaf: 100 miles Tesla Roadster: 245 miles Wheego Whip LiFe: 100 miles Smart ED: 98 miles Honda FIT EV: 123 miles Ford Focus Electric: 100 miles Tesla Motors ‘S’: 40 kWh-160 miles, 60 kWh-230 miles, 85 kWh-300 miles BMW Active […]?