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Plug In America is the leading US association promoting awareness of electric vehicles and programs such as National Drive Electric Week. As an association site, Plug-In America excels in providing a lot of tools and resources for consumers to determine if an EV is right for them, find the the right model, learn about national and state incentives and more.
Plug In America
2w ago
There is a lot we don’t know about the future of electric vehicle (EV) policy in 2025. What we do know is that the incoming administration has climate legislation in their crosshairs and is committed to doing everything they can to expand the use of fossil fuels for energy. Today,[...]
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Plug In America
3M ago
More and more EVs are on the road every day, and public charging is rapidly scaling up. While most charging is done at home, drivers need public fast charging to support long-distance travel and enable consumers who don’t have access to home charging to make the transition to electric vehicles.[...]
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Plug In America
5M ago
Whether you’ve owned an electric vehicle (EV) for a while, are in the market for one, or know nothing about them, attending a National Drive Electric Week (NDEW) event near you might be a worthwhile adventure! Happening throughout the country from September 27 through October 6, 2024, NDEW gives you[...]
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Plug In America
5M ago
Plug In America is pleased to announce the 2024 National Drive Electric Week (NDEW) Edison International grantees. Three grants were awarded which will support five events in total. Congratulations to the event organizers listed below, who have been chosen to receive this special funding. We encourage you to support these[...]
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Plug In America
5M ago
This article is sponsored by Nokian Tyres. Electric vehicle drivers are discerning. They spend a great deal of time analyzing and discussing which EVs will give them an efficient, eco-friendly, and enjoyable driving experience. But they could be forgiven for overlooking a hidden factor that makes a huge difference in whether[...]
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Plug In America
6M ago
As an EV driver, you probably already know that each EV charging network offers a custom app that may help you find a charging station, check the availability of a charger, or initiate and pay for your charging session. You’re probably used to using the ChargePoint app to charge your[...]
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Plug In America
6M ago
By Ellie Peichel (Plug In America) and Jessica Dunn (Union of Concerned Scientists) The number of electric vehicles (EVs) on our roads has been increasing at an exceptional rate, reaching 9.5 million EVs sold around the world in 2023. The EV transition offers many advantages, including reducing overall greenhouse gas[...]
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Furthering EV adoption by expanding charging in the local community: A case study with Belmont Light
Plug In America
6M ago
When it comes to small but mighty impact, we often think about entities like Belmont Light. Belmont Light is a not-for-profit municipal utility in Belmont, Massachusetts that distributes electricity to the local community. The utility has played a crucial role in advancing EV adoption by installing workplace charging for its[...]
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Plug In America
7M ago
In 2022, the federal government recognized the vital role of EVs in combating climate change, improving public health, and keeping the U.S. auto industry globally competitive. To spur EV adoption and increase Americans’ access to and the affordability of EVs, Congress passed legislation called the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which President Biden signed into law. The IRA catalyzed $500 billion in private-sector manufacturing jobs. It lowered healthcare costs by capping insulin and prescription costs, providing free vaccines to seniors, and empowering Medicare to negotiate prescription drug ..read more
Plug In America
7M ago
In partnership with the Children’s Institute, support from dedicated EV enthusiasts, and the VinFast Auto Group, Plug In America hosted an unforgettable ride-and-drive at the Full STEAM Ahead event in Watts, CA, on June 1, 2024. This event focused on educating families, especially those with young children, about the numerous benefits of electric vehicles (EVs) through engaging and interactive activities.
We organized an exciting EV scavenger hunt, giving children an opportunity to explore EVs and let their imaginations play with fun features like honking the horn and turning the steerin ..read more