All-Electric SUV Added To City's Fleet Of Vehicles

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, MD — The city of Gaithersburg recently rolled out its first all-electric vehicle in the city's fleet of approximately 200 cars and trucks. The new car joins 24 hybrid vehicles that are already in use by staff in the police department (15), public works (3), planning and code administration (2), the city manager’s office (3) and parks, recreation and culture (1).

The new all-electric vehicle will reduce unleaded 87-octane gasoline use by as much as 350 gallons a year, according to the city. The new Chevy Bolt will be used by parking enforcement staff. Two more EVs have been ordered to replace other gas-powered vehicles in the city’s fleet.

The county has an EV purchasing cooperative pilot designed to support residents and local businesses in owning, leasing or driving new or pre-owned EVs.