Back in 2013 when I set a Guinness World Record with the Ride the Future Tour, we were all pioneers. At that time, few people even considered an electric car or motorcycle or scooter or bicycle to be a consideration in their next purchase. That’s NOT true today.
In fact, with Tesla leading the way, most automotive manufacturers have or will have either hybrid options or all-electric models in their production line-up in the near future. They’re coming! And consumers are responding positively. Why? Because in the past 9 years there have been significant advances in the 3 most important elements for electric transportation to be viable: 1) more electric charger access, 2) enhanced battery capabilities and vehicle mileage range per charge, and 3) faster charging times. Add in the positive experiences of electric vehicle owners and you find that a large portion of today’s society is open to trying an electric car as one of their transportation options.
But it’s not just consumers, businesses are also responding. Utility companies often provide incentives for vehicle purchase and insight into electric vehicle ownership. Here’s an example for the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) which provides hydroelectric power throughout many states in the south central portion of the U.S.: All About Electric Vehicles - TVA EnergyRight There’s a tremendous amount of information available today which wasn’t known or available just 9 years ago!
And it’s not just electric cars and trucks. Most motorcycle manufacturers now offer electric versions of models in their lineup. Same for electric scooters. And electric bicycles are simply exploding in the marketplace. Not only is their value in reducing the stress on climbing hills and long distances, but they are also FUN to ride!
I’m proud to have been an early pioneer in electric transportation….and it’s great to watch it grow!
TVA Website Page for Electric Vehicles