Car Rental Colorado

Electric Car Hire

Colorado feels made for road time, and an electric car can make the whole trip feel lighter and more relaxed.

EVs are quiet when you are cruising through city streets, smooth on the highway, and comfortable on the kind of drives Colorado is known for, where the scenery keeps changing, and you want to stop often.

If you are staying around Denver or Boulder, an EV works well for short hops between neighborhoods, museums, breweries, and parks. When you head out of the city, it is just as enjoyable for longer day trips into the mountains, scenic byways, or small towns where the views are part of the plan.

With Hertz, electric car hire in Colorado is easy to set up. Choose an EV that fits your route, pick up from convenient locations, and enjoy a modern way to travel with lower emissions and zero tailpipe output.

Charging Points

Colorado is quickly moving toward a more EV-friendly future, with 5,200+ charging points now available across the state. That makes it much easier to plan charging stops as you go, whether you’re driving around Denver for the day or heading out on longer routes into the mountains.

With the network continuing to grow, you can expect even more places to plug in over time, which adds extra confidence when planning road trips.

This wider access makes choosing an EV in Colorado a practical option, especially if you want a quieter, smoother drive for city miles, scenic byways, and day trips to smaller towns and trailhead areas.

Congestion Charges

Colorado does not have a congestion charge for driving in its cities.

You will not be charged a fee just for entering downtown areas like Denver or other city centers. What drivers may encounter instead are toll roads or express lanes on certain highways, but these are different from a congestion charge and only apply if you choose to use those routes.

Key Roads

• I-70 (Interstate 70): Colorado’s main east–west highway and the quickest way from Denver into the mountains. It’s the go-to route for places like Vail, Breckenridge (via exits), and Glenwood Springs, but it can get busy on weekends and during snow season.
• I-25 (Interstate 25): The state’s main north–south corridor, connecting the big Front Range cities like Fort Collins, Denver, and Colorado Springs. It’s useful for city-to-city travel, airports, and day trips along the urban stretch.
• US-36 (Denver to Boulder): This is a key commuter and visitor route between Denver and Boulder, great for quick trips to Boulder’s downtown, trails, and the university area. It’s one of the easiest drives for a short, high-value day outing from Denver.

Toll Roads

• E-470 Tollway (Denver metro beltway + DIA access): This is a large, cashless electronic toll road that loops around the eastern side of Denver and is a popular way to reach Denver International Airport and move around the metro without cutting through downtown.
• Northwest Parkway (Broomfield link between E-470/I-25 and US-36): This is a tolled limited-access parkway that connects the north Denver area toward Broomfield/US-36, often used as a cleaner bypass route when heading between the northwest suburbs and the beltway.
• US-36 Express Lanes (Denver to Boulder corridor): These toll express lanes along US-36 can help you save time on the Denver– Boulder drive, with pricing that can differ by traffic and time of day.

Driving Tips: When you are in Colorado

Usually, the ride across Colorado is pretty straightforward. However, across changing routes, paths can drastically change as well. Here are some driving tips to keep your ride comfortable throughout your journey with car hire in Colorado.

• Go fully hands-free with your phone. Colorado’s hands-free law means you should not hold or manually use your phone while driving.
• Use the “Move Over or Slow Down” rule. If you see a stopped vehicle with flashing lights, move over a lane when safe, or slow down (often 20 mph below the limit if you can’t move over).
• Treat I-70 winter driving as a different game. In mountain season, traction/chain rules can be activated, and you’re expected to have proper tires or carry approved traction devices when required.
• Check road conditions before mountain drives. Weather can shift fast at higher elevations, so do a quick conditions check before you leave the city.
• Right turn on red is usually allowed. Come to a full stop first and follow any “No Turn on Red” signs.
• Watch speed changes in towns and canyons. Limits can drop quickly near trail areas and mountain communities, so stick to posted signs.