Behind the Wheel: Real Stories from EV Driving Employees
EVgo employees share their personal experiences with driving electric vehicles, offering real insights into EV ownership and long-distance travel capabilities.
Hallie Green - Hyundai Ioniq 5
Electric car charging at EVgo station
Enjoys being part of climate solution and using her EV as a conversation starter to educate others. Completed a 787-mile journey from Tulsa, OK to London, OH, visiting the first NEVI-funded charging station. Regularly takes road trips through Colorado and New Mexico.
Pratoom Khan - Tesla Model Y
White Tesla parked on residential street
Values the smooth ride, instant acceleration, and lower maintenance costs. Completed a memorable trip from Long Beach to Reno, with three charging stops that doubled as rest breaks.
Sara Rafalson - Chevy Bolt
Blue Chevy Bolt charging at EVgo
Chose an EV for environmental reasons and her daughter's future. Successfully managed apartment living without home charging by using grocery store chargers. Longest trip: Palm Springs to Oakland, noting significant charging infrastructure growth.
Tom Jones - Ford Mustang Mach-E
Two EVs parked at charging station
Family's "Blueberry" Mach-E has become their primary vehicle since December 2022. Completed a 1,500-mile round trip from Maryland to Indianapolis via NYC.
Jonah Eidus - Kia Niro
Two electric vehicles charging at station
Uses his EV for surf trips to Santa Cruz and mountain biking adventures to Tahoe. Regularly travels 200 miles daily for work, with longest trip being Oakland to Santa Barbara.
With over 70 EV models now available, improved charging infrastructure, and government incentives through the Inflation Reduction Act, electric vehicles offer a practical, environmentally conscious transportation option. These real-world experiences demonstrate EVs' reliability for both daily commuting and long-distance travel.
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