Archive for 2023
2023 was a tremendous year for both EVs and Plug In America!
✅ 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[…]
An Unsung EV Benefit: Longevity and the Battery Warranty
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[…]
From Recreation to Everyday Transport: The Growing Appeal of E-Bikes
Imagine a transportation option that has the fun and flexibility of a bike, is a fraction of the price of a car, can park almost anywhere for free, and produces almost zero climate-changing emissions. Sounds too good to be true, right? Think again. Meet the e-bike. A battery and small[…]
National Drive Electric Week 2023 Recap: Let’s Give Them Something To Talk About
By Zan Dubin-Scott I’m standing on the sidewalk in the sun, proudly gazing at 70-plus vehicles lined up and ready to go for a history-making event–the world’s first electric vehicle parade–when my phone rings. A group of us early adopters had organized the procession, reaching out to every EV owner[…]
Starting Jan. 1, it will be easier and cheaper to buy a new or used EV
Beginning Jan. 1, 2024, the New Clean Vehicle Tax Credit (30D) and Used Clean Vehicle Tax Credit (25E) will be available at the time of sale from your local dealer because the tax credit can be transferred to the dealer. What does this mean? It means that when you purchase[…]
Setting New Standards for Clean Cars
A normal vehicle releases several tons of pollutants each year, which depends on the vehicle’s fuel, fuel economy, and how far it is driven annually. Improving vehicle technology and electric vehicles saves consumers money through reduced maintenance and fuel costs and improves air quality and public health. To continue unlocking[…]
1 in 4 new cars sold in California are now electric. What’s next?
Supporting a transition to clean, electrified transportation is one of the most effective ways that we can cut greenhouse gas emissions and reduce localized air pollution in California. Since 2007, California has funded key programs, like the Clean Transportation Program, that invest millions each year across an array of transportation[…]
One Year Later, IRA Responsible for Tens of Thousands of American Jobs & Billions in Investment
Jobs, jobs, and more jobs. The transition to clean transportation and clean energy is well underway and one thing that we’re most excited about is the thousands of jobs that are being created to support the transition. As we approach the one-year anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), we[…]
Road Usage Fees: A 3-Step Guide for Incorporating EVs
It’s that time of year again–long days and warm temperatures signal it’s time for the great American road trip. As drivers embark on cross-country adventures, we take for granted miles of open roads. But who pays for these roads? You do, every time you pull up to the pump. States[…]
10 Reasons Your Next Car Should Be an EV
1. EVs are Better for the Environment Over the course of their lifetimes, EVs generate less than half of the GHG emissions of comparable gasoline-powered vehicles. This includes all of the resources used in manufacturing the vehicle, the battery, and powering the vehicle. In addition, electricity in the U.S. keeps[…]
Electric Vehicles Save Owners Up To $12,000 Over Life of Vehicle
We’re thrilled to share our key takeaways from a Consumer Reports study that analyzed ownership costs between EVs and similar gas-powered models. Consumer Reports analyzed six popular EV 2023 models: Tesla Model Y AWD, Tesla Model 3 RWD, Ford F150 Lightning XLT, VW ID4 Pro RWD, Ford Mustang Mach E[…]
#EVmyValentine: Your Creative Odes to Electric Vehicles
To have a little February fun, we asked you to channel your creativity and create valentines for your cars, and the responses from across the country warmed our hearts and made us chuckle. Some of you mentioned how fun the driving experience is–with EVs being both fast and quiet–while others[…]
#EVmyValentine: Show your car some love
This Valentine’s Day, share your love for your EV on Instagram or Facebook for a chance to win a $100 gift card. Why do you love your car? Is it because it has no emissions or is a blast to drive? Maybe it’s the fact that it’s cheaper to fuel,[…]
