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EV Taxi Project

Taxi EVs:

What do taxi drivers in Edmonton and Calgary need to know about EVs?

Green Calgary is working with Matt Grace Sustainability Inc. and Canada Electric Car Management, with a grant from Alberta Ecotrust, on a project to help Taxi drivers learn about electric vehicles and the advantages and drawbacks compared to internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. 

 

Here are some of the findings from the project:

  • EVs have fewer moving parts and don't require oil changes, lowering their maintenance cost
  • EVs have reduced fuel costs as recharging batteries is significantly cheaper than a tank of gas at current prices
  • EVs use regenerative braking, resulting in fewer changes of brake pads
  • EVs are good on winter roads due to a lower centre of gravity from their batteries
  • EVs do not require specialized tires and are the least likely type of vehicle to catch fire
  • As of October 2023, there are an estimated 250+ public charging stations in Edmonton and 380+ in Calgary

 

Contact Our Team today if you're a taxi driver and further questions.

 

Learn more about our EV Taxi Project

  • EV Taxi Project Report
    Coming Soon
  • EV Taxi Handout
    Coming Soon

Some guides are only available to those attending workshops or hiring Green Calgary for some or all of your event greening needs. Contact us to learn more.