Oregon Electric Byways
Oregon is home to one of the largest and most robust networks of Electric Vehicle Fast Charging stations in the U.S. It allows electric vehicle (EV) users to explore the state carbon free. The state of Oregon has brought together talents and resources of private industry, the university system and public agencies to create an ideal environment for EV development and tourism. Travel Oregon is helping develop Oregon Electric Byway itineraries and provide market research to facilitate the placement of EV charging stations in key areas around the state.
Oregon Electric Byways
Oregon is home to one of the largest and most robust networks of electric vehicle fast-charging stations in the U.S. And in between the many EV charging stations are scenic routes dotted with environmentally friendly businesses — hotels, spas, wineries, breweries and restaurants. So while you’re busy practicing sustainable travel along the woodsy back roads of Oregon, stop by an charming landmark and charge your car. Driving an electric car through Oregon definitely has its perks.
View All The Oregon Electric BywaysInformation about Vehicle and Charging Incentives:
Travel Oregon has partnered with Forth on an electric vehicle charging station rebate program for tourism business in Oregon. Up to $5,000 rebates are available for tourism-related businesses in Oregon that successfully install a Level 2 or DC fast charging station. KEZI News in Eugene produced a news segment to highlight the installation of electric vehicle charging stations at Pfeiffer winery in Junction City that were funded with support from the rebate program.
Please consult Forth about the latest in vehicle and charging incentives.
Oregon Electric Byways In The Media
Watch these videos to learn about what it is like to experience the Oregon Electric Byways
Oregon Electric Byways in the Media:
- The Times | On the road in Oregon — it’s a beautiful drive | Aug. 2015
- Green Car Reports | Electric-Car Road Trips: Be Prepared, With Charging Apps And Realism | Dec. 2014
- The Globe and Mail | Here’s the current problem with electric vehicles | Nov. 2014
- Plugin Cars| Fast Charging: For Some, It’s a Way of Life | Nov. 2014
- The Bulletin | Northwest travel: Washington via electric car | Nov. 2014
- FutureStructure | How Intelligence is Driving the Changing Nature of Cities | Nov. 14
- Government Technology | Meet the First Public-Sector Chief Electric Vehicle Officer in the Nation | May 2014
- KGW | ‘Plug and Pinot’ offers gas-free wine country tour | Apr. 2014
- Portland Monthly Mag | Tripster Weekend Plans | Apr. 2014
- USDA Blog | Ready, Set, Charge! Mt. Hood National Forest Welcomes First Electric Vehicle Charging Station | Apr. 2014
- Plugin Cars | Fast-Charging Networks for Electric Cars: A State-by-State Guide | Mar. 2014
- Sustainable Business Oregon | Mt. Hood Skibowl supercharges fans of the slopes | Mar. 2014
- Mother Nature Network | Plug-ins & Pinot: Oregon’s stylish electric car tours | Feb. 2014
- Car Talk | Exploring Oregon…In an Electric Car | Feb. 2014
- The Electric Generation | Oregon Electric Byways Adventures | Dec. 2013
- The New York Times | A Recharging Industry Rises | Nov. 2013
- Plugin Cars | Oregon: The State With Its Own Chief EV Officer | Nov. 2013
- Auto Blog Green | Travel Oregon promotes EV road trips for National Plug In Day | Sept. 2013
- KGW | New stations give OR e-vehicle drivers freedom | Aug. 2013
- Translogic | Hands-On: A Trip Down Portland’s Electric Ave. & Beyond In A Nissan Leaf | May 2013