EV1 at The Henry Ford Museum

Colby — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 07:05:28 +0000

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The Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, MI has added the EV1 to their "Automobile in American Life" exhibit. If you find yourself in Dearborn, be sure to visit the Henry Ford and check out the exhibit, which will be on display for the next nine months.

Location

The Henry Ford

20900 Oakwood Boulevard Dearborn, MI

United States

42° 18' 11.1924" N, 83° 13' 59.1924" W

See map: Google Maps

The Solyndra Rule vs. the RAND Rule

Paul — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:33:22 +0000

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It's getting tiresome reading all these hit jobs on renewable energy and electric vehicles. First Solyndra, and now Ener1. In any emerging industry, there will be winners and losers, but the goal is still achieved in the end, a clean, domestic, renewable energy industry powering domestically produced electric vehicles. This goal is imperative given that relying on the status quo is economic and environmental suicide.

EVs and Generation Z

Colby — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:16:54 +0000

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As a young EV activist, I am often asked why I don't drive a plug-in vehicle myself. While EVs are an extremely popular topic among people in my age group, few of us drive them. It may seem hypocritical of us, but there are several reasons why EVs haven't penetrated our market...yet.

Me and My Parents' Plug-InsAs a young EV activist, I am often asked why I don't drive a plug-in vehicle myself. While EVs are an extremely popular topic among people in my age group, few of us drive them. It may seem hypocritical of us, but there are several reasons why EVs haven't penetrated our market...yet.

Urge CARB to close yet another ZEV loophole!

Jay — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:15:16 +0000

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CARB Board Chair Mary Nichols negotiated a special deal which would dramatically weaken the California ZEV program allowing automakers that ‘overcomply’ with the new Federal GHG standards to get away with producing fewer EVs. This sweetheart deal allows an automaker to cut the number of pure electric-drive vehicles by as much as 50% over the 2018 to 2021 timeframe.

CARB Board Chair Mary Nichols negotiated a special deal which would dramatically weaken the California ZEV program allowing automakers that ‘overcomply’ with the new Federal GHG standards so they get away with producing less EVs. This sweetheart deal allows an automaker to cut the number of pure electric-drive vehicles by as much as 50% over the 2018 to 2021 timeframe in exchange for just 2 g/ mile GHG overcompliance during that time. This is a bad deal for California and for the United States!

Watt Fun: Driving a Nissan Leaf

Tom — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 22:34:39 +0000

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Our Nissan Leaf is the most comfortable car we've ever owned. In addition to the obvious electric vehicle advantages, the Leaf is a great car.

In September, we finally got our Nissan Leaf. We had signed up very early in the process, and could have had a Leaf in the spring of 2011, but we decided to put our order on hold until they offered the cold weather package. It was worth the wait!

Never Wait for a Charge

Chad — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 18:57:50 +0000

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We can show gas drivers how to drive many of their miles on electricity, yet still be able to drive anywhere they like without ever draining the battery or waiting for a charge with just two very simple pieces of information.

Our nemesis, range anxiety

Many gas drivers are reluctant to try a plug-in vehicle, and often they are not timid about letting us know it. The most common reason is that they are afraid the battery charge will run out unexpectedly and they will have to wait for a charge--perhaps a tow too, if it was very unexpected. They have heard that range varies (true, that) so they don’t know exactly how far a plug-in will go before this happens.

Separating Gas Anxiety and Range Anxiety

Chad — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 21:14:26 +0000

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“Gas Anxiety” is very common among plug-in vehicle owners. Although most of us still have access to gas propulsion, we would rather not use it

Gas Anxiety

“Gas Anxiety” is very common among plug-in vehicle owners. Although most of us still have access to gas propulsion, we would rather not use it. Not when cheaper, cleaner, quieter, smoother, responsive and torquey electric drive using domestic fuel is available! So we go through all sorts of gyrations to maximize our time driving electric.

EV Tax Incentives

Jay — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 13:49:25 +0000

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At the end of 2011, three of our key federal electric vehicle tax credits will expire. But what keeps me awake at night are ongoing challenges to the overall plug-in tax credit. I am sure you have heard all of the major media talking about the Payroll Tax Extension; but what you may not have known is that EVs are part of the political football, too.

At the end of 2011, three of our key federal electric vehicle tax credits will expire: incentives for consumers and businesses installing charging stations, affordable two and three-wheeled EVs, and those for plug-in conversions will all be left behind. But what keeps me awake at night are ongoing challenges to the overall plug-in tax credit. I am sure you have heard all of the major media talking about the Payroll Tax Extension; but what you may not have known is that EVs are part of the political football, too. Here's what is going on..

First Time Fast Charging

Paul — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 17:06:36 +0000

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Recently, I took a quick trip from Santa Monica down to Cypress, CA. to the headquarters of Mitsubishi USA to visit with David Patterson, Chief Engineer, Mobile Emissions Regulatory Affairs & Certification for Mitsubishi's R&D division.

Join Us as We Party with the Plug Ins

Jennifer Krill — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 19:27:29 +0000

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Plug In America Director Jennifer Krill invites you to our fall gala and celebration. This event proves to be Plug In America's best yet, with EV test drives, wine and hors 'doeuvres, and even grape crushing! All in a fantastic locale. Join us on Sunday.

The Winery SF. Credit: eventbrite.com2011 has been another triumphant year bringing plug in vehicles to the marketplace, and it's time to celebrate! Join us at Party with the Plug Ins, our fall gala and awards celebration.