The Drive Electric Blog

Demand growing for electric cars in Vermont

Vermonters are choosing to make their next car an electric one in growing numbers, according to the latest quarterly sales figures compiled by Drive Electric Vermont. As of October, 2013, there are … more

It all started in Vermont: the history of electric vehicles

You may know that the electric car dates back to the early 1800s. But did you know that the first electric motor developed for commercial use was constructed by Vermont native Thomas Davenport? As … more

Middlebury Electric Vehicle Workshop

Learn more about electric cars in Middlebury

Saturday, November 2, 2013, 1 - 3 PM

14 Seminary St, Middlebury, VT > Get directions

The Acorn Energy Co-op and Addison County Regional Planning … more

What to buy/lease in Vermont: Toyota Prius Plug-In

This post is part of our series on electric cars available to purchase in Vermont.

Toyota Prius Plug-In

$32,795 MSRP $7,500 Federal electric-vehicle tax credit

The hybrid Vermonters love, … more

What to buy/lease in Vermont: Ford C-Max Energi

This post is part of our series on electric cars available to purchase in Vermont.

Ford C-Max Energi

$33,745 MSRP $3,751 Federal electric-vehicle tax credit

Hybrid MPG and high tech

The Ford … more

Montreal to Burlington on a single charge

For some, 95 miles in a Leaf might seem like a suicide mission meant to leave you stranded in the middle of some unwelcoming forest packed full of wolves. For me, it's just another trip to … more

What to buy/lease in Vermont: Mitsubishi i-MiEV

This post is part of our series on electric cars available to purchase in Vermont.

Mitsubishi i-MiEV

$29,795 MSRP $7,500 Federal electric-vehicle tax credit

The ultimate eco trip

With a … more

What to buy/lease in Vermont: Chevy Volt

This post is the first in our series on electric cars available to purchase in Vermont.

Chevy Volt

$34,995 MSRP $7,500 Federal electric-vehicle tax credit

Imagine: 98 miles per gallon!

Chevy’ … more