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EV charging tips and information for safer electric fueling (AKA: charging) Can I charge my Rivian with a Ford charging station? Consider joining a charging network Although most owners schedule their cars to charge at home, many recommend joining a charging network for on-the-road and on-the-go convenience. If you drive long distances for work or […]

What you need to know about EV battery warranties, how EV batteries work, currents, kilowatts and more. Have you ever wondered what the standard EV battery warranty is? Or how EV batteries work? Or how batteries in an electric car, boat or motorcycle can replace a gas-powered engine?  You’re not alone! Fortunately, you don’t need […]

EV tips you need to know before buying an electric vehicle Just as you would before buying any vehicle, you should probably do a little homework – and some soul-searching – before buying a car fueled by electricity. We asked our EV-driving friends and colleagues for real-life tips and tricks for getting the most out […]

Answers to common (and sometimes funny) questions about electric vehicles 1. Can an EV go through a car wash? Yes, absolutely! Stow your sponges and squeegees: You can take your electric car through any automated car wash. Automatic car washing systems may include soft-touch, no-touch, high-pressure and tunnel washes.  Automatic car washes are as safe […]

NASHVILLE, TN — The Tennessee Valley Authority hosted a virtual EV Innovation Summit on November 5 and 6, 2020, welcoming transportation leaders and energy experts from the region’s largest metropolitan areas. Attendees joined TVA EnergyRight and research and innovation partners, Stoked and redpepper, for an interactive session to discover actionable ways for moving electric transportation […]