Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM as the Knoxville Electric Vehicle Association (KEVA) and Drive Electric Tennessee host the Knoxville Drive Electric Festival at Pellissippi State Community College’s Hardin Valley Campus. Recognized as the largest free EV showcase in the region, this [...]
Originally published by Serena Golden for the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy (SACE) - June, 3, 2026 When customers at Barkyard see the company’s electric “Pup Bus” pull up outside their homes, many reach for their phones. “They’ll take their own phones out when I pull up [...]
The Knoxville Electric Vehicle Association (KEVA) and Drive Electric Tennessee (DET) invite you to the sixth annual EVs in the Smokies. Held at Peaceful Side Social, just minutes from one of the most serene entrances to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, this event brings together [...]
This article was originally published by Zara Abrams for the Keck School of Medicine of USC's Newsroom on January 23, 2026. Using satellite data, Keck School of Medicine of USC researchers reported the first statistically significant decrease in nitrogen dioxide linked to zero-emissions vehicles. Read [...]
This article was written by Iulian Dnistran for InsideEVs and originally published on January 15, 2026. Thousands of new DC fast chargers will become operational at Kroger’s stores across the United States in the next ten years, after the huge supermarket operator partnered with EVgo [...]
Drive Electric Appalachian Highlands invites you to the Tri-An-EV Event at Food City, where local EV drivers will showcase their vehicles and offer ride & drives. It’s a great opportunity to experience electric cars firsthand and learn directly from enthusiasts and owners. Learn more here.
Drive Electric Memphis will be showcasing electric vehicles at the Thunder Over Fayette Airshow—a high-energy community event featuring aerobatic performances, fireworks, and plenty of fun for all ages. Whether you're curious about EV technology or eager to talk with current EV drivers, this is a [...]
Get ready for the 2025 Knoxville Drive Electric Festival—one of the Southeast’s largest EV events! Join the Knoxville Electric Vehicle Association (KEVA) on Saturday, September 27 (10 AM–3 PM EDT) at Pellissippi State Community College to explore over 120 electric vehicles, enjoy live music, and [...]
The Momentum Summit focuses on transportation electrification in Tennessee including infrastructure progress, Tennessee-based research, and environmental benefits. Go to the Drive Electric TN Website for places to stay in the area, session information, booth pricing, and any other Momentum Summit updates!
This article was written by Caroline Eggers for WPLN News. A Tennessee Tech initiative, "Rural Reimagined," is accelerating electric vehicle (EV) adoption across Appalachia by offering free EV loans and establishing mobile charging services. Targeting economically distressed counties, the program aims to reduce transportation costs [...]
Townsend, Tennessee is known as the "Peaceful Side of the Smokies". It's less crowded and more relaxing than other places near entrances to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. What better place to show people what it's like to drive in silence without emitting fumes? [...]
Hosted by TennSMART, the Tennessee Smart Mobility Expo is a celebration of the latest transportation technologies, innovations, and research that make Tennessee an emerging leader in mobility solutions. Now in its third year, the Tennessee Smart Mobility Expo is attended by more than 450 people [...]
Dr. Pingen Chen and other partners at TN Tech are excited to host a 2025 Drive Electric Earth Month event! We will have multiple models of EVs available for interested students, staff and faculty (as well as interested community citizens) to test drive or ride [...]
Congratulations on installing electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in your workplace! One important aspect of your EV charging station installation is making sure that it is easily accessible and visible to your employees. In this blog post, we'll discuss the importance of EV charging station [...]
Workplace charging has become a hot top of conversation, and many employers might ask: "How many EV chargers do we need?" Determining the right number of chargers for your workplace can depend on a few factors, including the size of your employee population, the amount [...]
With the increasing popularity of electric vehicles (EVs), one of the key questions that arise during the installation process is whether to offer free EV charging or charge a fee to the employees. Let's discuss the advantages and disadvantages of both options to help you [...]
If your workplace is considering installing electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, you may be wondering how to ensure a smooth and successful installation process. One valuable resource that you can trust to guide you through the process is your local Clean Cities Coalition. Let's explore [...]
Installing electric vehicle (EV) chargers at the workplace is a great way to attract and retain employees who drive electric cars. However, it's important to choose the right location for your workplace EV chargers. Here are some factors to consider when deciding where to install [...]
Electric vehicle (EV) charging stations are an essential component of any workplace EV program. They provide employees with a convenient and reliable way to charge their EVs while at work, which can encourage the adoption of EVs and help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. However, just [...]
Installing workplace EV charging stations when you don't own the building where you work is possible with the right approach.