A 28-year-old EV driver reflects on nearly two years using only Level 1 charging in San Diego, highlighting slow speeds, high power costs and frequent reliance on expensive public fast chargers.
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Scientists Warn Against Overnight EV Home Charging
A Stanford study examines EV charging habits, grid challenges, and smarter solutions like time-of-use rates and smart charging to reduce strain.
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Understanding Public DC Fast Charging (Level 3): What You Need to Know
Explore Level 3 EV charging, including how DC fast chargers work, charging speeds, connector types, costs, and best practices for drivers.
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Comparing EV Charging Stations: Tesla Supercharger vs Electrify America, ChargePoint & More
Explore the best EV charging networks in the U.S. with comparisons of speed, reliability, coverage, pricing, and user experience.
EV Depreciation Explained: Models That Keep Their Value
EV depreciation varies by model, battery technology, charging support, and market demand. Learn which electric vehicles retain value best in 2025 and how to maximize your EV's resale price over time.
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Public Charging Memberships Worth the Money in 2025
Learn when EV charging memberships are worth the cost by comparing major networks, pricing, discounts, and savings for different driving habits.
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U.S. Public EV Chargers Surpass 250,000 Ports
America's public EV charging network has surpassed 250,000 ports across more than 80,000 locations, driven by rapid growth in both fast-charging and Level 2 infrastructure.
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Megawatt EV Chargers Arrive in the U.S.—Are Cars Ready?
Megawatt EV chargers are now being tested in the U.S., offering up to 1,000 kW. But most current electric cars cannot yet take advantage of this power.
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Which EV Charging Networks Do Drivers Trust Most?
Escalent’s survey of 209 EV owners finds all major U.S. charging networks scored higher in real-world reliability than drivers expected, with Tesla leading and overall satisfaction strong.
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