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Photos of the Day: Electric Car Charging Begins in Capitola

Electric cars can now be charged for free in Capitola.

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Back in April, . The installation was delayed a few months, but as of Thursday, Aug. 11, the stations went live and electric car charging is now a reality in Capitola Village.

On Friday afternoon, a Chevrolet Volt and a Nissan Leaf, both owned by Aptos residents, hooked up to the stations to kick off this new era of green technology in Capitola. 

Shots of the electrical innauguration are today's Photos of the Day.

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