Tag Archive for: electric
OPINION: Why Chattanooga should be the buckle on the battery belt
Written by: Tom Waters, Assistant Director of Startups for the University of South Florida
Electric vehicles have reached a critical threshold. While much has been written about the importance of federal subsidies, charging stations, and…
How Union Transportation Company pioneered safe electric transportation in Tennessee
Written by: Marisa Higgins and Madelyn Collins
Black History Month is a time to honor and celebrate the achievements and contributions of the African American community. Since 1976, Black History Month has annually been celebrated in February.…
Upper Cumberland Human Resource Agency acquires first all-electric shuttle bus in Tennessee
The Upper Cumberland Human Resource Agency (UCHRA) is the first organization to debut an all-electric shuttle bus in the state of Tennessee.
The project is hopeful to promote EV awareness in rural communities in order to reduce transportation…
10 Exciting Electric Vehicle Breakthroughs in 2022
The electric vehicle industry continued to make strides in 2022. Whether it was the continued increase in electric vehicle adoption or a commitment to electrify fleet vehicles all over the world, 2022 proved to be another year of successful…
Is It Getting Any Easier to Own Electric Vehicles in Tennessee?
The state is a leading producer of EVs, but fewer than 1 percent of vehicles on the road are electric.
Electric Vehicles as Decarbonizing Tools – Gasoline & Diesel Comparisons
Utilizing TVA grid mix data and various fuel economies, as well as the DOE's AFLEET tool, switching a light-duty, gasoline vehicle in Tennessee to an EV generates an almost 70% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.
KNOXVILLE, TN - Several…
Exploring a second life for electric vehicle batteries
As electric vehicles (EVs) become more common within the United States, EV owners and stakeholders must prepare for the many inevitable consequences of the transition.
One of these considerations is the copious amount of defunct lithium-ion…
Future of EVs is bright for American families
Having a family often means that purchasing a vehicle comes with a myriad of additional considerations that single adults or couples may not have to think about. Add in electric vehicles, and what does the process look like? Are EVs even compatible…
AmpUp: The Complete Guide to EV Charging Stations at Retail Locations
By Virg Bodyfelt & Marko Kujavic
Introduction to the Role of EV Charging in Retail
Installing and operating EV charging stations represent a new way for retailers to attract more customers and increase customer loyalty. It provides…
Gallery: Drive Electric TN attends Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo 2022
A busy Tesla Supercharger spot in Long Beach, California. May 8, 2022. Photo: Ainsley Kelso
An accessible electric vehicle charging station spot in Long Beach, California. May 8, 2022. Photo: Ainsley Kelso
The entrance to the ACT Expo…
