Smoothing the road for electric vehicles
Electric vehicles (EVs) have become a political lightning rod. Auto sector lobbying around EVs is at an all-time high, with record spending on both sides of the issue. The top spender is a petrochemical and fuel refining trade organization that has a lot to lose from a shift to EVs.[…]
Edison International DEEM 2025 Grant Recipient Announcement
Plug In America is pleased to announce the 2025 Drive Electric Earth Month (DEEM) Edison International grantees. Grants awarded will support two events in total. Congratulations to the organization and event organizer listed below, who has been chosen to receive this special funding. We encourage you to support these events[…]
What’s going on with NEVI?
On Feb. 6, 2025, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) sent a letter to states that suspended charging infrastructure funding that had been legally allocated to states’ departments of transportation by law. You may remember that the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program is a $7.5 billion appropriation passed by Congress[…]
San Diego Gas & Electric® Going Green: Leading with EV Perks for their Employees
San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E®) is preparing for a greener future. SDG&E’s commitment to sustainability is built into everything they do, from reducing carbon footprint and fostering energy innovation and conservation, to encouraging their employees and communities they serve to take daily action to ensure a sustainable future for[…]
EV Outlook: What to Expect in 2025
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,[…]
NEVI Funding: Tracking the build-out of America’s EV charging network
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.[…]
More EVs in the U.S. equals more jobs in the U.S.
The transition to electrified transportation is here, and the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America Agenda is accelerating progress. The agenda includes legislation like the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) and the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). This legislation supports activity across the EV industry, including $7.5 billion for the roll-out of 500,000[…]
Drive Electric Week events are happening near you—Here’s what you need to know
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[…]
Edison International NDEW 2024 Grant Recipient Announcement
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[…]
Myth vs. reality: Why EV drivers should be thinking about ‘WNTR’
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[…]
This little-known fact about EV charging apps adds more convenience
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[…]
Can EV batteries be used again?
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[…]
