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What Electric Vehicles Don’t Do is Good for Us All

Posted on April 22, 2021 (January 26, 2022) by Genevieve Lalanne

On this Earth Day, we are celebrating EVs and the opportunity to bring a greener future to everyone. EVs have come a long way since their inception, and today EVs are cutting-edge technology, many models offering a range of 200, 300, or more miles. But as much as EVs have changed over the years and

Drivers Can Use the Fastest Chargers to “Top Off” an EV, But Should They?

Posted on April 8, 2021 (July 27, 2022) by Archive Content

There are times that an EV driver may need to “top off” their car quickly and get on the road fast, whether they’re faced with a long drive across town or the country, or maybe they have an emergency and don’t have hours to invest in charging. When you need to be on the road

The Evolution of the Electric Vehicle

Posted on December 15, 2020 (January 26, 2022) by Archive Content

While the first electric vehicle was created in 1889, it took over a hundred years for the EV to find its place in history. While the internal combustion engine has ruled the road for most of the years in between, concern about the effects of traditional gas-powered vehicles has caused a worldwide green revolution that

Electric Vehicles Score Points with the Modern Retiree

Posted on December 15, 2020 (January 13, 2021) by Archive Content

Many retirees find themselves in the position of needing a new car, but no longer needing a vehicle that can stand up to a long daily commute. While previous generations, after they retired, could reliably be found behind the wheel of big cars such as a Buick, Lincoln Town Car, or Cadillac, today’s retirees want

The Ideal Charge to Preserve Your EV Battery’s Lifespan

Posted on December 15, 2020 (January 26, 2022) by Archive Content

So, you just bought an EV and you need to charge it. Which charger should you use and how much should you charge your new car? You might be surprised. 80-90% of charging takes place at home, but drivers often recharge at work, restaurants, the gym, and many other locations to “top off their tank.”

Help! I Bought an EV and I Don’t Know How to Charge It!

Posted on December 15, 2020 (January 13, 2021) by Archive Content

Ever been afraid to ask a “stupid question”? The truth is lots of other people probably have the same question you have. Many drivers think they lack the EV know-how needed to purchase one. But the truth is that everyone started at the beginning at some point! EVs are designed to be user-friendly, and we

Experience is the Key to Alleviating Range Anxiety

Posted on December 15, 2020 (January 13, 2021) by Archive Content

According to The Drive, one of the most common reasons potential customers cite for not buying an EV is fear their car will not be able to complete a journey to their destination or to a suitable charging station, and will instead leave the driver stranded roadside. Commonly referred to as “range anxiety”, this fear

Fact from Fiction: Why Consumers Don’t Buy EVs

Posted on December 15, 2020 (January 26, 2022) by Archive Content

Electric vehicle sales rise every year. In fact, according to Green Tech Media, electric vehicle sales in the U.S. surged by 81% in 2018, and are expected to be the majority of vehicles on the road by 2029. The main reason drivers purchase EVs is because of the environmental and economic benefits, including saving a