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Electric vehicles are inflation relief

Electric Auto Association

EV’s may be the answer Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming increasingly popular as gas prices continue to rise. El Paso Electric , for example, offers a popular EV cost of ownership calculator. This is because EVs have far lower maintenance costs than ICE cars. gallon in April 2021 to $4.21/gallon

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3 Key EV Charging Infrastructure Issues that need to be Addressed

Clean Fleet Report

Looking for Solutions for Juice for your Electric Car Many people love the environmental appeal of electric vehicles (EVs). Insufficient Numbers of Chargers Many EV owners or those considering electric vehicles worry the cars will not have enough range to accommodate their driving habits. million in 2023.

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Xcel Energy launches EV smart charging pilot in Colorado; Transportation Electrification Plan for New Mexico approved

Green Car Congress

Xcel Energy has launched a new pilot for customers of five major automakers to make it easier for consumers to make the switch to electric vehicles in Colorado and to charge their EVs at times when renewable energy production is high and demand on the energy grid is low. From 2022 through 2024, Xcel Energy will invest more than $3.1

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When (and How) Should You Use a DC EV Charger?

EV Connect

Should you use one of them to charge your Electric Vehicle (EV)? Before you plug in, take a moment to learn the difference between AC and DC charging, how much time it will take, and whether there are any consequences for your route planning or battery maintenance. Not every vehicle is compatible with DC fast charging.

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