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John Higham, Vice President of Communications and Public Affairs of the Electric Vehicle Association, will be a featured speaker at the EV Charging Summit & Expo (EVCS) 2026 in Las Vegas. John will join a panel of industry experts to discuss the evolution of public charging infrastructure. 

Seven exceptional leaders have been elected to serve three-year terms beginning this January, bringing diverse expertise and fresh perspectives to guide the organization through this transformative period in electric transportation.

As EV drivers pull up to holiday gatherings this winter, many of us know exactly what comes next. Someone at the door or around the dinner table will spot the charging port or the quiet start-up and say something like, “So tell me about that car of yours.” The question may come from curiosity, concern, or a desire to understand something that still feels new.

In the transition from “gas-car maintenance myopia” to “EV convenience and readiness,” understanding the maintenance advantage is a key piece of the puzzle. While EVs are not completely maintenance-free, they dramatically simplify the car owning experience.

Houston Electric Vehicle Association members David Lowy, Dave Hanson, and Emma Hwang were featured in a prominent news segment on ABC13 Houston!

The holiday season arrived early for the New York Capital District Electric Vehicle Association, whose members spent the final week of November delivering joy, community support, and zero-emission holiday spirit across the region. Through parades, food deliveries, and volunteer partnerships, the chapter demonstrated exactly how electric vehicles can seamlessly integrate into everyday life and make a meaningful difference along the way.

This December, you can ensure your giving goes further than ever before. Become an Electric Vehicle Association member today and you will double your impact: a full half of your membership dues go right back to your local chapter.

As the holiday shopping frenzy of Black Friday and Cyber Monday fades, our focus shifts to something far more impactful: Giving Tuesday. This global day of generosity is the perfect opportunity to support causes that drive real change. Today, December 2, you have the chance to invest directly in a cleaner, greener future by supporting the Electric Vehicle Association.

The EV Charging Summit & Expo is where innovation, policy, finance, and technology come together to shape the future of mobility. From commercial to government sectors, attendees will explore real-world solutions, cost-saving technologies, and scalable strategies driving EV charging forward.

Ten candidates will be on the ballot for election to the national Electric Vehicle Association Board of Directors. EVA members will choose from among the candidates to represent you on the national board, which sets our nonprofit organization’s direction and priorities.

The daily life of a modern mom is a masterclass in multitasking. From school drop-offs and grocery runs to soccer practice and everything in between, the schedule is relentless. The question is, can a vehicle not only keep up but also add a touch of style and sustainability to the chaos? Lifestyle influencer Lissette decided to find out, putting the all-electric Cadillac Lyriq through the ultimate real-world test: a day in her life.

Our national partner, Plug In America, is fighting to keep a $5 million agreement with the federal Department of Energy to reach 5 million consumers with practical, brand-neutral information about EVs, charging and incentives. 

We are thrilled to celebrate EVA member Zan Dubin, who has been honored with the prestigious Linda Nicholes Lifetime Achievement Award from Plug in America.

A contract with the federal government that provided funding for Electric Vehicle Association volunteer chapters to host electric vehicle test drive events this year and beyond has been terminated early by the Department of Energy (DOE).

Paul Bordenkircher, the dedicated leader of our Nevada chapter, has been named a finalist for a prestigious 2025 Drive Electric Award by Plug In America! This national recognition is a tremendous honor and a testament to Paul's commitment to advancing electric vehicle adoption.

The Electric Vehicle Association is delighted to celebrate an outstanding leader in the national EV landscape: Steve Patterson, who has been named a finalist for a prestigious Drive Electric Award from Plug In America.

We at the Electric Vehicle Association are happy to announce that our very own Ron Jackson, a dedicated and passionate leader, has been named a finalist for a prestigious Drive Electric Award from Plug In America.

Alyssa went on a scenic road trip from the heart of Atlanta to the charming, Bavarian-inspired town of Helen, Georgia. This popular route offers a perfect mix of highway cruising and winding mountain roads—an ideal test for any vehicle. Her ride for the adventure? The head-turning, all-electric Ford Mustang Mach-E, a vehicle that blends iconic style with next-generation technology.

We invite you to become a candidate to join the EVA Board of Directors. We’re seeking nominees who will share their EV knowledge and experience in business, nonprofits, fundraising and grant writing, marketing and communications, and community organizing and outreach.

This research matters for all of us. It can help shape smarter public policy and accelerate the transition to cleaner transportation. But Anthony needs input from real EV drivers and enthusiasts—you.

Are you a proud member of the Electric Vehicle Association? Do you want to show your support for the EV movement and your local chapter? Now you can, with the brand new EVA Store!

This year, EVA is proud to be at the forefront of the celebration. We are thrilled to announce that our dedicated chapters from coast to coast will be hosting an incredible 68+ events throughout National Drive Electric Month!

The Environmental Protection Agency is proposing changes that could weaken federal clean air standards, reversing decades of progress and putting the health of our communities at risk.

We have cleaner air with more cars on the road because clean vehicle standards work. The irony — and the danger — is that this success means many Americans have forgotten what it’s like to live with truly dirty air. We can’t let that complacency undo 50 years of progress.

Rolling back these standards would not only worsen those impacts, it would harm the more than 410,000 Americans employed in the clean vehicles industry and slow the growth of this job-creating sector.

We should all want to protect and improve our air quality. We should all also want to support and expand auto manufacturing. The existing clean air standards are driving the designing, building, testing, and deploying electric vehicles of the future.

The science is clear: Clean air saves lives. It improves public health, especially for children. And we know one of the biggest contributors to air pollution—and to asthma—is tailpipe emissions. When we reduce them, communities breathe easier, kids stay healthier, and fewer families endure nights in the emergency room wondering if their child will make it until morning.

Celebrating the Freedom to Drive at the Savannah Sunset Market! Thanks to all who joined us and learned about our mission to empower individuals with the freedom of mobility. Your support drives us forward!

The primary goal of the Kilowatt Cookout was to demonstrate the incredible versatility of EVs, particularly their Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capabilities. V2L allows EVs to function as mobile power sources and attendees were treated to an electrifying display.