FPL is helping drivers with electric vehicles on National Road Trip Day

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Drivers in Northeast Florida are packing their bags and heading out the door today for national road trip day.

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AAA estimates more than two million Floridians will be driving for Memorial Day weekend to mark the start of summer travel season.

Electric vehicles are becoming a cost saving alternative for many drivers.

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Several consumer reports show electric vehicles can save hundreds of dollars in fuel and maintenance costs compared to gas powered vehicles.

To help electric vehicle drivers make their road trips a breeze, Florida Power and Light EV Expressway features several fast-charging stations throughout the state as part of its growing FPL evolution network.

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Several fast-charging ports are available nearby in Jacksonville by the Starbucks in McClenny.

To learn more about the FPL evolution app, you can visit FPL.com

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