We’re excited to share that Plug In America has achieved EVAL Bronze certification. This certification recognizes our efforts to provide employee EV incentives and our creativity in designing and developing partnerships that advance access to EV charging and zero-emissions transportation. Our goal is to bring much-needed awareness to the importance of clean transportation options at the workplace, as it’s a crucial component to achieve national EV adoption goals. When people think of EV charging, they usually think of home or DC fast charging. However, workplace charging is the second-most eff ..read more

Throughout April, consumers can find an event near them to test drive electric vehicles and learn more about the EV experience from owners. Events will occur across 39 states, including Hawaii, with additional events in Canada. LOS ANGELES, CA – Drive Electric Earth Month (DEEM), an annual campaign to increase education and awareness about electric vehicles (EVs), kicks off Monday, April 1, 2024. This year’s initiative features 172 events spanning 39 states and Canada. Events feature EV test drives, showcases, informative workshops, and other fun activities highlighting EVs’ cost-saving benefi ..read more

On March 20, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the final vehicle standards for cars, pickup trucks, and SUVs. These rules set progressively lower limits on tailpipe pollution on vehicles manufactured between 2027 and 2032.  EPA standards aren’t new. There are EPA vehicle standards in place right now. The recently finalized standards are simply a continuation of vehicle standards to protect human health and limit emissions. In fact, to address smog and pollution in many U.S. cities, the Clean Air Act was established by Congress back in 1970. EPA has been regulating vehicl ..read more

Plug In America is thrilled to highlight one of our newest certified PlugStar dealer – Beas Auto Sales. Located in Stockton, California, Beas Auto Sales is a leading automotive dealership dedicated to accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) to promote cleaner transportation vehicles.  Humberto Beas, the passionate and forward-thinking General Manager, has an unwavering commitment to consumer empowerment. He is not just selling cars; he is leading the way towards educating his EV customers to make informed and confident purchase decisions. Humberto’s vision extends beyond the ..read more

Written by Amanda Goebel – During daily pick-up and drop-offs at her daughter’s elementary school in Phoenix, Arizona, Jazmin L.’s six-year-old noticed something peculiar about her mom’s vehicle. She asked why their car didn’t have exhaust coming out of a pipe like everyone else’s did. The answer was simple for Jazmin, a researcher who works for the City of Phoenix. “It’s because our car is different because it doesn’t need gas,” Jazmin told her daughter. “The burn- off gas that comes out of cars isn’t good for you. Our car is cleaner and healthier for you.” Now, Jazmin’s daughter covers her f ..read more

Similar to other types of infrastructure, like highways, the electric power system is built to meet maximum demand. While a five-lane beltway may be nearly empty at four in the morning, all of those lanes are definitely being used during rush hour. Transmission operators and distribution utilities do the same thing. They build out the electric system capacity to meet maximum demand so that when everyone is running air conditioning and appliances at the same time, there is adequate electricity and infrastructure to keep the lights on. Electricity use is not level. Depending on the time of day a ..read more

The shift to electric vehicles is a tremendous win for air quality, public health, energy security, jobs, and the planet. Electrifying transportation is critical to addressing the climate crisis and cutting tailpipe emissions, both of which disproportionately harm Indigenous, Black, and other communities of color. As we transition to a clean energy economy, we must update mining laws to maximize the benefits of transportation electrification while protecting communities and the environment. The mining industry has a well-documented history of social and environmental degradation that must be a ..read more

As regular drivers, you’ve all seen signs along the highway pointing you to gas stations, food, and lodging. Now, you’ll be able to locate EV charging stations in the same way, using highway signage. Recently, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) updated the national manual on what kind of signage can be added along highways across the country. Notably, the new signage helps to ensure that EV drivers and EV-interested consumers are easily able to locate charging stations the same way that gas vehicle drivers can. With EVs growing in popularity, the new signage will help to raise awarenes ..read more

Over a million EVs sold in the U.S. in a year First NEVI charging stations up and running Gasoline sales have passed their peak It’s been a busy year here on the policy team. Join us as we recap highlights from 2023 and flag big things to expect in 2024.   Clean Vehicle Tax Credits Clean vehicle tax credits kicked into high gear in 2023. New federal EV tax credits were expanded and updated, and credits for used and commercial EVs became available for the first time in January. The tax credits are pretty complicated, but Plug In America was committed to providing timely, accurate inform ..read more

Making the switch to an all-electric vehicle takes a bit of a leap of faith. Many of us had our first electric vehicle experience with cheap radio-controlled toys that ran on a couple of D batteries before quickly growing wobbly and unresponsive.  Those of us who have made the leap of faith to modern electric vehicles (EVs) have learned that there are many benefits. Aside from costing less to fuel, being much easier to maintain, having zero emissions, and being super fun to drive, we have discovered that, unlike the batteries in our old radio-controlled toys, EV batteries are pretty amazi ..read more