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What’s New at EV CO

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Show Your EV, CO!

Show Your EV, CO!

Did you know over 80,000 Coloradans have already made the switch to EVs? EVs are powering epic getaways across our state and beyond, creating more convenient driving and ownership experiences and saving Coloradans money on fueling and maintenance costs. But don’t take our word for it – check out these stories from fellow Coloradans who are driving electric and loving it!

We’d love to hear from you! If you're an EV driver in Colorado and want to share your story, please use our story submission form.

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Why We Drive Electric

I bought a VW iD4 in 2022 and haven't looked back. Taking advantage of the EV charger program through our local utility, we've installed a low-cost charger in our family's garage so there's no worry about finding the next charger. My two kids love the customizable lighting and moon roof. They oooh and ahhh at the scenery while we travel through Glenwood Canyon. They know how to navigate to grandma and grandpa's house by the amazing Colorado landscape. We've been able to easily do our daily commute, errands, and regional road trips with ease. The great network of chargers in Breckenridge ensure there's always one available at work if needed. Longer road trips still take a little planning, but EVs are amazing, sleek, fast, roomy, and accomplish all the functionality needed in a vehicle. And it does great in the snow ?

Jessie
VW ID.4
Frisco, CO

Quote saying "Taking advantage of the EV charger program through our local utility, we've installed a low-cost charger in our family's garage," attributed to Jessie, in Frisco, CO. Image of a VW iD4 being charged.
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A picture of Laura's silver Nissan Leaf being charged in a parking lot.

We are delighted with our Nissan Leaf and find its smooth, powerful, and quiet driving experience far superior to any other vehicle we've ever owned. One of my favorite perks of driving electric is that my employer offers free charging at our offices. As a result, we've had no fuel expenses since purchasing the vehicle in 2022!

Laura
Nissan Leaf
Pueblo, CO

An image of Therese's pearl Nissan Leaf being charged in a home garage.

I have been driving electric for 8 years guilt free and saved around $22,000 on gas.

Therese
Nissan Leaf
Longmont, CO

An image of Aaron's black Tesla Model 3 pulling a small camping trailer with mountains in the distance.

The one aspect about driving electric that I can’t live without is the cheaper price of charging your vehicle compared to filling up gas. Not to mention the smooth, continuous power, it is just a whole new experience compared to driving a gas-powered vehicle.

Aaron
Tesla Model 3
Longmont, CO

A close-up of the driver's side of Abraham's grey Tesla Model 3 parked.

I used to be very skeptical about EVs in terms of how much savings I would have in maintenance and fuel costs. Being an EV owner now has made me realize that I don't only save on expenses but I also help minimize my carbon footprint.

Abraham
Tesla Model 3
Longmont, CO

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An image of Matt's silver Nissan Leaf from the driver's side, parked in front of a monument.

I’ve been an EV owner for over seven years with nearly 128k EV miles driven in rural western Colorado. I chose an EV to save money, reduce emissions and avoid costly recurring maintenance that gas cars require.

Matt
Nissan Leaf

A side image of Ari's grey Kira Niro EV, parked with a Christmas tree tied to the top.

One of my favorite parts of driving an EV is skipping the gas station, all I have to do is plug in when I get home. I have found that, especially on snowy and rainy days, the convenience of a quick plug in when I arrive home has been so beneficial!

Ari
Kira Niro EV
Denver, CO

A close-up picture from the front driver's side of the driver's Nissan Leaf.

Don’t miss going to a gas station, the only time is to get a snack. As for “fuel”, I average about $5 a fill up. A gas car? $50 or more. No brainer.

CO EV Driver
Nissan Leaf
Frisco, CO

A picture of Jamie's white Tesla Model Y from the front left, parked.

I commute from Denver to WPark often and the cost and convenience of charging instead of burning expensive gas has been great. It also is fun to drive up and down Berthod Pass and performs great in the snow (with snow tires).

Jamie
Tesla Model Y
Highlands Ranch, CO

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Memorable Weekend Getaways and Road Trips

My favorite EV trip since owning my Rivian R1T was driving it up and over California Pass in the SW San Juan Mountains! I believe I was the first EV to drive that extreme 4WD road and the truck handled it with ease. At almost 13,000ft and in pristine Colorado terrain, it was nice to know I was doing it emission free!

Lanny
Rivian R1T
Silverton, CO

Quote saying "My favorite EV trip was driving my Rivian R1T over California Pass in the San Juan Mountains," attributed to Lanny, in Silverton, CO. Image of a Rivian R1T on a dirt road.
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A picture of Stan's blue Chevy Bolt loaded with two paddleboards and two bikes in preparation for a lake trip.

We have made many long-distance trips in my 2018 Chevy Bolt EV and in my 2023 VW ID.4, including trips as far north as Yellowstone, as far west as St. George, UT, as far east as Allentown, PA, and as far south as the Mexican border south of Columbus, NM. We bring our e-bikes on back for local exploration during longer charging stops and make sure our nightly lodging has level 2 overnight charging so that we awake with a full charge in the morning. Traveling by EV makes road trips fun again!

Stan
Chevy Bolt and VW ID.4
Roxborough Park, CO

A picture of Bryce's grey Chevy Bolt EUV charging in a parking lot in front of a condo building.

I was delighted to see the regeneration I gained from the Eisenhower Tunnel down the hill to Silverthorne was enough to cover the energy back up to Vail Pass. I ended up going my max distance to Glenwood Springs. My car charged faster than the time it took to finish lunch!

Bryce
Chevy Bolt EUV
Arvada, CO

A picture of Caroline celebrating with her silver Nissan Leaf, with three framed picture collages featuring a summer road trip.

I live and work in Golden and do road trips in my EV. My first was to the Great Sand Dunes, and then I went to Yellowstone. Since then I've gone on eight different road trips. It's also fun to show off my EV at car shows along the way!

Caroline
Nissan Leaf
Golden, CO

A picture of Benjamin's Ford F-150 Lightning charging on a dirt road after having off-roaded, in front of a lake.

This last fall, myself and four adoptive/foster dads took a road trip in a Ford F150 Lightning through the backroads of Colorado to an event in Colorado Springs. Muddy, wet roads on Kebler Pass, charging at Taylor Reservoir, and the peak of Cottonwood Pass to Buena Vista made for a great experience.

Benjamin
Ford F-150 Lightning
Glenwood Springs, CO

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An image of Mark's parked goldenrod Tesla Model 3 from the right.

My favorite Colorado EV road trip was driving to Aspen from Denver. I took my mountain bike, saw Aspen's beauty in the summer, and got some great riding. The EV has no problems heading up the mountains like my old gasoline car!

Mark
Tesla Model 3
Littleton, CO

A picture of a hawk standing atop Julia's Tesla Model 3 seen through the sunroof.

A few days ago my son and I went to Royal Gorge. It was easy. I charged in Monument, but I also stopped at a KOA campground and plugged in for a while while we went on a nature hike. The picture is of a hawk that landed on our car while we were stopped at a red light on this trip.

Julia
Tesla Model 3
Boulder, CO

A close picture of Kart's black Tesla Model Y from the front left, parked.

Last summer we went to the Tetons, Yellowstone, Glacier, Banff and Jasper. No charging issues, no range anxiety, and the knowledge that our transportation wasn't hurting the places we were visiting.

Kart
Tesla Model Y
Highlands Ranch, CO

An image of Elizabet's navy Tesla Model 3 on the shoulder of the Million Dollar Highway.

I took my car on a trip to southern Colorado last summer and was able to drive on the Million Dollar Highway. It was way smoother than I thought! I was able to charge at the place I stayed at and my car made the trip so much more worth it!

Elizabet
Tesla Model 3
Lakewood, CO

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Our Favorite EV Features

Driving in Summit County we have a ton of hills to climb or go down. I was pleasantly surprised when I got my all electric car that it can easily accelerate up the hills and when I go down hill the regenerative braking will recharge my battery and help to slow the car down without having to wear down my brakes. It is also a safety feature because as soon as you start to remove your foot from the accelerator the regenerative braking starts to kick in. Hands down this is a game changer for cars!

Paul
Nissan Leaf
Silverthorn, CO

Quote saying "The regenerative braking will recharge my battery and help to slow the car down without having to wear down my brakes," attributed to Paul, in Silverthorn, CO. Image of a bearded man in a windbreaker standing in front of a charging Nissan Leaf.
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A picture of Greg's VW ID.4 Pro S being charged in a parking lot with other cars and mountains in the background.

The car gets the fuel equivalent of 100 miles per gallon or better, and we no longer go to gas stations. What a plus! I can say it is the most fun and most comfortable car I have ever owned.

Greg
VW ID.4 Pro S
Snowmass Village, CO

An image of Myron's Tesla Model X at dusk, with the brake lights illuminating the scene with a red glow.

I am amazed at the power I have in the mountains. Gas engines lose power at higher altitude as oxygen becomes scarce. Electric motors are not affected so climbing and passing are a breeze.

Myron
Tesla Model X
Denver, CO

A picture of Jeff's white Rivian R1T pickup truck parked along the road, with a mountain and small town in the backdrop.

I'm very impressed with my Rivian R1T. The range anxiety I had back in 2018 when EVs first became mainstream has subsided.

Jeff
Rivian R1T
Colorado Springs, CO

An image of Erik's Volvo XC40 Recharge parked in the snow near a picnic table.

I went winter car camping at Stagecoach State Park in my Volvo P8. With the rear seats down and the front seats forward, there is enough space in the back to comfortably sleep two. Plugging in to the RV outlet allowed us to fully charge the vehicle overnight while running the heat.

Erik
Volvo XC40 Recharge
Golden, CO

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A head-on image of Graeme's Tesla Model 3 parked in a snowscape with a chalet in the background.

To be completely honest I bought a Model 3 because I love how it makes me feel when I mash the zoom zoom pedal. I mean, there's lots of other things I like about it too, but that feeling is unforgettable.

Graeme
Tesla Model 3
Lakewood, CO

An image of Frank's white Polestar 2 charging.

The car is a joy to drive because of the instant torque and effortless power delivery, the smooth ride and quiet cabin. Overall, we love the driving experience and the cost savings. We will never go back to a conventional gas vehicle.

Frank
Polestar 2
Boulder, CO

A distant shot of Steve's silver Model Y with fog behind it, blurring the trees in the background.

Safest car I can buy - nothing else acceptable. Clean and charge for “free” off roof.

Steve
Tesla Model Y
Denver, CO

An image of Laura's Tesla Model X with tree-covered mountains with a light dusting of snow in the background.

I chose electric as the majority of my driving is under 50 miles a day. But I needed a vehicle large enough for my kids; Tesla was the only option at the time- now theres many!

Laura
Tesla Model X
Aurora, CO