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Electric Cars In The Spotlight For National Drive Electric Week

NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) -- It's National Drive Electric Week.

According to CNET, there are currently 22 electric vehicles on the market in the United States. They range in price from $20,000 to more than $185,000.

The longest range is 371 miles on a single charge.

"I think people are very excited about helping the environment and being able to drive an electric vehicle and not pull into a gas station," said Judith Schumacher-Tilton, with Schumacher Chevrolet.

According to the Pew Research Center, 7% of Americans currently drive electric vehicles, but 39% are considering buying one.

If you're interested in learning more, watch CBS2 News Saturday Morning at 6 a.m. and 9 a.m. CBS2's John Elliott will be live at an electric car show.

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