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Can you travel coast to coast in an electric car?

Is it possible to travel coast to coast in an electric car, or is that only possible in a gas-powered car? I really want to take a long road trip but I don’t want to use that much gas, so I’m hoping there’s a more environmentally friendly option.

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Liz Jenson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
It’s definitely possible to travel coast to coast in an
electric car
. You’ll need to make sure that you plan your trip very carefully to ensure that you’re always within reach of a charging station.
There are some charging station apps available for download that could help you plan out your trip. If you can, try to find charging stations with fun attractions, shops, or landmarks nearby so that you can give your vehicle some time to charge up slowly!
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