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The event included EVs from Ford, Genesis, Honda, Hyundai, Jaguar, Kia, Nissan, Porsche, Rivian, and more!

We're excited to announce the results of our recent board elections. They both bring a wealth of experience and passion to the table, and we're confident they will make a significant impact in shaping the future of EVA’s efforts to accelerate the adoption of EVs.

The purpose of this quick reminder from our recent past is that both sides of the political spectrum agree – the auto industry is too big to fail and there is historical precedent from both major parties to shore it up in the face of overwhelming odds.

Here are the candidates for the 2025 EVA Board positions!

If you're an active EVA member, you are eligible to vote and should have received an email with the link to register for the Zoom.

I recently did a road trip in a Hyundai Ioniq 5 from the San Francisco peninsula to Salt Lake City, then to Whitefish, Montana then returning home on the peninsula. All in it was 3,857 miles over 32 days, including 19 DCFC stops and zero headaches.

Save the date! Starting November 1, 2024, IPL will begin accepting applications for the Cool Congregations Challenge, our annual contest for congregations becoming sustainable leaders in their communities. The deadline to apply is December 15, 2024.

We've all seen the memes and the clickbait headlines. EVs catch fire after being submerged. You can't charge your EV when the power is out. Reality is rarely so easily captured in a headline and this is no exception.

Have you ever considered working on and contributing to a board focused on making an impact on our planet? The EVA is looking for nominees with thoughtful leadership and a strong work ethic to run for national board positions.

Charging stations are popping up everywhere, and they provide a convenient way for EV owners to recharge their vehicles. But did you know that charging stations can also provide new profit opportunities for nearby businesses?

A recent article in the Wall Street Journal highlights an alarming wake up call for US auto manufacturers and one CEO saw the writing on the wall: “A few humbling trips to China in the past 18 months prompted Ford CEO Jim Farley to alter his EV strategy.”

EVA Member Cory Hewett recently represented the EVA at an event that was focused on uplifting stories from Americans about how they can benefit from reduced tailpipe pollution from cars, light-duty cars, and cleaner air. It focused on where they see opportunities for zero-emission vehicles, how cities and towns are proactively working toward clean transportation initiatives, and more.

Seeing the midnight sun in Norway have been a bucket list item for me longer than the modern EV has been a thing. As it became clear that Norway had emerged as the world leader in EV sales per capita, my yearning to go see the midnight sun from behind the wheel of an EV was off the charts. So I went.

Shedrick from the Houston EVA documented his road trip in his Audi e-tron Sportback to attend his graduation ceremony at Bellevue University!

EVA Member Kevin Douglass tells us how his Model Y helped keep his fridge cold and his food from being thrown away during the power outages caused by Hurricane Beryl.

We’d like to thank all our members who generously shared their photos and videos showcasing their electrifying road trips and stories about living with their EVs day to day!

Sharon shares her incredible road trip with her Model 3. As an 82 year old, she was out to prove that if she can do it, anyone can!

EVA Member Dennis Griffin details his experience road tripping in his F-150 Lightning using the NACS adapter at Tesla Superchargers!

A bill has been introduced in Congress to use the Congressional Review Act (CRA) to dismantle the regulations on consumer Clean Vehicle Credits that were recently finalized by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and Department of the Treasury (Treasury). The EVA urges members of Congress to reject the CRA Resolution (H.J.Res.148/S.J.Res.87) and any other effort seeking to roll back final regulations on 30D and 25E tax credits for purchasing new and previously owned zero-emission vehicles.

As you probably have seen, used EV prices are low right now. For those looking to get into their first EV, this is a great time to buy! Used electric vehicle prices are currently at a low point due to various factors such as increased supply, varied demand, and rapidly advancing technology.

Building codes might be Prozac in regulatory form, but the Electric Vehicle Charging for All Coalition (EVCAC) believes building codes are the key to widespread EV adoption. The EVA agrees -- which is why the EVCAC is a key partner for the EVA.

In our pursuit of a sustainable future, community solar and electric vehicles have emerged as innovative solutions in transforming how we produce and consume energy. Their combined potential to deliver affordable electricity is not only groundbreaking but also crucial for creating a more sustainable energy landscape.

Steven Noctor of the Sacramento EVA gives us a look into the Tesla Semi; quite a unique experience!

Not only are EVs great road trippers, but charging stations are not hard to find. Fast chargers used for road trips are cheaper than fueling up an internal combustion engine (ICE) car too. Find out more about the rally in August!

Stan Jaracz of New Jersey EVA decided to drive to North Hudson NY with his family in a 2017 Chevy Bolt EV with nearly 100k miles on the odometer. Since many drivers question the ability of electric vehicles to go on a road trip and locate functional DC fast chargers, he thought this was a perfect test.

Kenni Schrader, the Transportation Supervisor for Three Rivers Community Schools in southern Michigan, could be considered the pioneer of electric school buses, since she helped facilitate the largest single roll out of them in the country!

Driving electric and not having a place of your own to charge is not for the faint of heart, but it is doable. However the shortest path to electric mobility is to provide the masses with the ability to charge where they sleep.