Electric vehicles have been making a comeback over the last few years, with MoCo leading the way in Maryland. As recently as 2010, there was only one electric vehicle registered in the state. As of 2012, there were over 650! This rapid growth has brought an equally rapid response specifically within Montgomery County, with the greatest number of charging stations having been added in MoCo compared to the rest of the state.
Why such the surge in growth in our area? MoCo has been able to sustain higher economic growth compared to other counties in the state. This in turn has brought in more residents with higher education and wealth. These residents have been openly embracing an electric vehicle plan for want of a cleaner environment and healthier living. Add to this a tax incentive from the state in the form of an excise tax credit, and growth in this industry within MoCo was inevitable. .
The increased ownership of electric vehicles has naturally led to a growth of electric vehicle charging stations that have been installed across the county. Currently there are 29 public charging stations in the county, with an additional 9 private stations owned by companies for their employees. These stations give residents and visitors alike plenty of opportunities to travel freely knowing they can easily charge their car.
Now is a great time to live green in MoCo and you can do so with an electric vehicle. MoCo has the amenities and options you need to live well and sustainably. My website has a ton of information for you as well. You can sign up for a FREE monthly report on the sales trends and statistics for your community, search the entire MLS database, or just click on the area you are interested in: Bethesda, NorthPotomac,Gaithersburg,Germantown, Boyds,Clarksburg, orMontgomery County. Either way, I am always here to serve!
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