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Wake Tech Is Fueling the Future of Electric Transportation in North Carolina
On Tuesday, February 21st, Wake Technical Community College (Wake Tech) celebrated a $939,041 investment for training the electric vehicle (EV) workforce of the future. The funds come from the $26.9 million Wake County is receiving as part of the $1.7 trillion spending bill that President Biden signed in December. The announcement took place on Scott Northern Wake Campus at the…
March 13, 2023
Electric Vehicle Mythbusting
With myths about EVs still out there, we busted a bunch of the common ones we’ve seen.
March 1, 2023
Electric Buses in North Carolina: 2022 Update
Electric buses continue to increase in North Carolina with funding awards and purchases being announced. The state expects to see an addition of 25 all-electric buses through Phase 2 of the Volkswagen Settlement and a few more through the Federal Transit Administration’s Low- and No-Emission Grant Awards. These announcements will increase the tally of transit systems that have or will…
October 17, 2022
EV Owner Spotlight: Michael Matthews
Michael Matthews, a building science specialist with our parent company, Advanced Energy, recently purchased his first electric vehicle (EV). We spoke with him to hear about his experiences as a new EV owner. Why did you decide to make the switch to an EV? As a couple who both work in the clean energy industry, my wife and I decided…
October 11, 2022
NC Department of Transportation Proposes 33 New DC Fast Charge Locations
On August 1, 2022, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) submitted the North Carolina Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Deployment Plan to the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation, a newly formed collaboration between the U.S. Department of Energy and the U.S. Department of Transportation. This plan will serve as the blueprint for North Carolina’s execution of the approximately $109 million…
August 19, 2022
How Alternative Fuel Corridors Help Shape Electric Transportation in North Carolina and Beyond
We love what we do at Plug-in NC. Not only do we get to engage with our electric vehicle (EV)-driving community across the state, but we have a front-row seat (well, we’re at least in the room, so to speak) for building out charging infrastructure and supporting our electric utilities so that the electrons powering our vehicles become cleaner while…
August 11, 2022
Ambassador Spotlight: Kitty and Mike Dalton
From the small town of Carrboro, Kitty and Mike Dalton are a semi-retired couple who are passionate about reducing their carbon footprint. They are avid campers and like to hit the road with their dog, which plays a big role in their car-buying decisions. How long have you been driving electric, and why did you decide to make the switch?…
August 2, 2022
Duke Energy Launches Program to Help Customers Cover Costs of Home Charger Installation
Many electric vehicle (EV) drivers opt for Level 2 charging at home, but the cost to add a charging station can be steep and unpredictable. In addition to purchasing the equipment itself, EV drivers may need to take steps to get their home ready for the installation. These upfront investments can make purchasing an EV cost prohibitive and act as…
July 19, 2022
New Federal Funding Available for Electric School Buses
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) Clean School Bus Program has launched, offering $5 billion over the next five years to support school bus electrification across the country. In its initial funding phase, $500 million in rebates is available. School buses are one of the most well-positioned vehicle types for transitioning from diesel fuel to zero-emission electric operation: They have…
June 3, 2022
Using Public EV Charging Stations
You just got an electric vehicle (EV) and are ready to take it for a spin, but what if you need to charge while out and about? Using a public charging station for the first time can be intimidating. There are different charging providers with different steps to plug in using different pricing structures. After all, we might not be…
May 13, 2022
Gateway to the Smokies: Fast Charging at The Local Market
Earlier this year, we attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony for new DC fast chargers in Waynesville, North Carolina. These stations, which contain two CCS plugs and two CHAdeMO plugs, are the westernmost DC fast chargers in the state and fill a critical gap in North Carolina’s charging infrastructure. The installation of the stations was the result of a partnership between The…
May 9, 2022
Battery Possibilities for Electric Forklifts
Electric forklifts that rely on electric motors and industrial batteries are growing in popularity and are offered by many forklift manufacturers. Recent improvements and advancements in technology have allowed them to compete directly with their internal combustion counterparts but with lower operating and maintenance costs, fewer emissions and quieter operation. Click the image to watch a video about electric forklifts…
April 28, 2022
