#DriverGoals
We’re all driving for something. College degree. Family vacation. Paying off an old debt.
Tell us why you drive for a rideshare company in Portland and, especially if you’re in an electric car, how it’s been working for you. Selected entries will be featured here on the Forth Rideshare page, and in our social feeds!
Email us at drivergoals@forthmobility.org by March 19 and please provide the following information:
1. Name (First, Last).
2. Driver goal (Written with attached photo OR spoken as a selfie video.
3. Are you available (Sat., March 23 to participate in a video shoot? (Yes/No)
Expenses down. Profits up.
Bottom line, your next car purchase has to pencil out. Sure, electric cars cost less to charge than filling up at the tank, but how much do you really save?
60% LOWER FUEL COST
.99 cents of electric charging goes about the same distance as one gallon of gas.
TAX & DEALER INCENTIVES*
With federal and state tax breaks, plus rebates from the manufacturer, you could save up to $10,000
ALMOST ZERO UPKEEP
Fewer parts could save you hundreds or even thousands in annual maintenance.
Make it work for you
Driving electric takes a little adjusting but it can easily be done. Planning a little more “down” time while you refuel, finding the charging stations that fit your route. Learn to drive electric on your terms.
281
fast chargers in Oregon alone. Use charging maps to find them all.
30
mins of charging delivers about 80 miles worth of range.
200+
miles on a single charge. A hybrid under $30K can solve all your range issues.