by Julia | Aug 28, 2024 | Batteries, Blog, Charging, EV Mythbusters, Front Page
Myth: Eventually, you'll need to replace the battery in your EV. Myth Busted: EV batteries are designed to last 10–20 years, or up to 200,000 miles, so replacing an EV's drive battery will be a rare occurrence. EVs have multiple batteries: a...
by Julia | May 2, 2024 | Blog, Front Page, News, Real Life
We believe every month is Earth Month, and April is no different! Throughout April, many cities and organizations hosted a variety of Earth Day celebrations across the state of Colorado. Drive Electric Colorado attended 13 events throughout the month,... by Julia | Jun 17, 2021 | Blog, Front Page, Safety
Myth: EVs are more prone to catch fire and more dangerous than gas cars. Myth Busted: Just as it’s true that your gas car can catch fire, it is true that an electric vehicle (EV) can catch fire. However, EVs are some of the top-rated cars for safety... by Julia | Feb 25, 2021 | Blog, Charging, Front Page
How to Install a Level 2 Charger Stuart Cummings, a Colorado EV owner, shared some tips with us about installing a Level 2 charger in your home. While Stuart has also installed a Level 2 charger on his own, we’ll be covering the basics of how to install a...
by Julia | Aug 10, 2021 | Blog, EV Mythbusters, Front Page
Myth: EVs are only accessible for the wealthy. Myth Busted: There are programs and opportunities available that make owning an EV affordable for many. With the electric vehicle market increasing in popularity, the cost of EVs... by Julia | Jul 8, 2021 | Blog, EV Mythbusters, Front Page, Real Life, Travel Tips
Myth: You can't road trip in an EV. Myth BUSTED: Yes, of course, you can! Road trips in an electric vehicle are definitely doable. Road trips in an electric vehicle are really quite similar to those in a gas-powered car. There are a few...