Powering the Future with EVs | #41

Electric vehicles are everywhere — but are they actually practical for everyday drivers and utility fleets? In this episode of SMECO Connects, Tom Dennison sits down with SMECO experts Natasha Law and John Cockrum to break down what it's really like to own, charge, and operate electric vehicles in Southern Maryland. From home charging costs and range anxiety to electrifying utility fleets and quieter bucket trucks, they share real-world experience, hard numbers, and honest insights. Whether you're EV-curious or already plugged in, this conversation helps answer the big question: Is an electric vehicle right for you? In this episode, you'll learn: How far EVs actually go — and what charging really costs at home Where and how drivers are charging across Southern Maryland How SMECO is electrifying its fleet while saving money and reducing emissions Follow & Connect: Host: Sonja Cox Co-Host: Tom Dennison SMECO on Instagram: somdelectricSMECO on X: somdelectric