The Drive Electric Blog
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April 05, 2016
Coming Attractions for 2016 (and Beyond)
As of spring 2016 there are over 20 electric car models registered in Vermont. These cars are fun to drive and easily charge at home using standard 120V outlets. Faster charging is available by … more
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September 17, 2015
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
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September 09, 2015
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
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June 02, 2015
(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
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October 02, 2014
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
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September 19, 2014
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
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August 15, 2014
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
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June 15, 2014
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
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January 15, 2014
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
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January 08, 2014
How My EV Changed My Commute
One Vermonter's Experience Getting Off the Beaten Track
Guest post by Lucy Gibson, who commutes from Norwich to work at DuBois & King consulting engineers in Randolph. Lucy can be reached at [email protected] … more