The Drive Electric Blog

DRIVE THE DREAM VERMONT launches!

DRIVE THE DREAM VERMONT is an initiative to encourage and recognize employer commitments to expand plug-in electric vehicle (EV) use in Vermont. Governor Peter Shumlin and leading Vermont employers … more

Electric car demo day at Vermont Teddy Bear

Bring friends and family for a test ride!

Vermont's premier National Drive Electric Week event

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2015, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM VERMONT TEDDY BEAR COMPANY, SHELBURNE, VT > GET … more

(Video) Ross Powers Plugs In to Electric Vehicles

You may know Ross Powers as the Gold Medalist U.S. Olympic snowboarder, Snowboard Program Director at The Stratton Mountain School (SMS), and founder of the Ross Powers Foundation for athletes with … more

How to Enjoy Vermont’s Fall Foliage in your EV

Autumn in Vermont is a time for scenic drives in hopes of capturing the elusive “peak” foliage. So how does an EV driver enjoy a nice long drive in the country? With a little planning and a map of EV … more

HackVT 2014 Transportation Datasets

The 2014 HackVT contest is just around the corner and we are thrilled this year's theme is creating a brighter energy future for the State of Vermont. Transportation is a critical part of meeting … more

Electric Vehicles in the News

Across Vermont, electric vehicles are growing rapidly. In the last year we have seen over a 400 car increase on Vermont roads. There are a lot of new stories or developments in the electric vehicle … more

Announcing the First Ever Electric Vehicle Incentive in Vermont

Beginning in June of 2014 car buyers in Vermont can claim a $500 incentive at the point of purchase for any new plug-in car purchase or lease. Coupled with the likelihood of a Federal tax credit of … more

Electric Vehicles Cost Less!

Five Year Total Cost of Ownership is Less Than Many Gasoline Vehicles

Electric vehicle (EV) prices have dropped and Federal tax credits of up to $7,500 are in effect. Looking at total cost of … more