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Welcome to The Current, where you can see firsthand how energy efficiency, demand response and electric vehicles are making a real difference in the lives of your community and get practical advice and information on how to make the best energy decisions for your home, business and vehicle.
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Alabama town embraces EV fast charging and welcomes new visitors to a revitalized downtown.
View moreFt. Payne, Alabama, joins the Fast Charge Network.
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How to choose an electric bicycle.
View morePedal easy: How to choose an electric bicycle that works for you. Thinking about upping your bike game? We’re ready to play … and help you choose an electric bicycle that fits your cycling style. First, a few words about the e-bike classifications. Most bicycle manufacturers and state and local entities have adopted a three-class […]
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Charging your EV at home: Fueling where you live.
View moreWhat you need to know about charging your EV at home. EV drivers in the Tennessee Valley region have plenty of good things to say about their vehicles and aren’t shy about sharing their top tips and tricks for EV ownership. Those who like to get from point A to point B quickly are thrilled […]
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Pros and cons of electric vehicles: You asked, and we did the research.
View moreWhen the TVA EnergyRight Team began brainstorming ideas for our Driving EVolution blog series, we knew that creating fun, well-balanced articles citing reliable sources would be the key to developing content that friends and neighbors like you could trust. We began our journey by paving the foundation. We covered fundamentals by producing a glossary of […]
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From Amps to ZEV: Electric Vehicle terms you need to know.
View moreTVA EnergyRight presents your Ultimate Electric Vehicle Glossary: Electric Vehicle terms and lingo defined. Keeping up with the latest electric vehicle terms, topics and trends can seem like a pretty daunting task. Luckily for you, we’re plugged into the electric transportation scene and we’re amped to share our Ultimate Electric Vehicle Glossary with you. If […]
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Where can I test drive an electric car? (Hint: Try renting one for the holidays!)
View moreFive fantastic ways you can get behind the wheel and test drive an electric car. Are you wondering: “Where can I test drive an electric car and really get a feel for what it’s like to own an EV?” You’re not alone. There are plenty of EV-interested car buyers just like you. That’s why we […]
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Types of EVs and the EV alphabet: What’s a BEV, PHEV and HEV?
View moreYour guide to the different types of electric vehicles (EVs) We get it. The EV alphabet, and the EV world in general, can feel a little overwhelming. That’s why TVA EnergyRight decided to launch a series of informative articles about electric vehicles. We’re kicking things off with a quick post about the different types of […]
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How do I choose an electric vehicle that’s right for me?
View moreHow to choose and buy your first EV For some, buying a new (or new-to-you) car is tons of fun: Test drives! New car smell! Fun features! For many folks, “Is an electric vehicle right for me?” is the big-ticket question of the day. Other drivers simply see the whole car-buying process as a fearsome […]
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Charging 101: Blow your mind (not fuses) with these top EV charging tips.
View moreEV charging tips and information for safer electric fueling (AKA: charging) We’ve touched on charging electric cars in several of our previous electric vehicle articles, but this installment is 100% all about getting charged up. Read on for EV charging tips and recommendations! If you’ve just purchased an electric car, we encourage you to read […]
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Battery Basics: What’s the electric vehicle battery warranty? How do EV batteries work? Are EV batteries recyclable?
View moreWhat you need to know about EV battery warranties, how EV batteries work, currents, kilowatts and more. Have you ever wondered what the standard EV battery warranty is? Or how EV batteries work? Or how batteries in an electric car, boat or motorcycle can replace a gas-powered engine? You’re not alone! Fortunately, you don’t need […]
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Beginning your electric vehicle journey: EV owners share their EV tips
View moreEV tips you need to know before buying an electric vehicle Just as you would before buying any vehicle, you should probably do a little homework – and some soul-searching – before buying a car fueled by electricity. We asked our EV-driving friends and colleagues for real-life tips and tricks for getting the most out […]