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The (R)EV Diaries - EVs in Rural America Electric Cars - Electric Vehicles Ben Jones
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Electric Vehicles are everywhere. All major car manufacturers, from the highest-end performance brands to the lowest-end utilitarian family wagons, are working to produce an EV option for the marketplace. Battery capacity breakthroughs and concept cars shrouded in secrecy dominate the news. Here in America, public charging infrastructure is popping up… in big cities where consumers are realizing they can electrify their commute and save 70% on fuel costs. But what about small-town America? Ben Jones, an electrical engineer for an distribution cooperative in southeastern Kentucky believes so. He’s been exposed to EVs and charging infrastructure projects for his utility. Ben believes that EVs need to be in every town and the right combination of battery range and charging options make electric cars very attractive to rural inhabitants. But that was not always the case. The EV Diaries chronicle Ben’s conversion from skeptic to being a self-appointed EV ambassador. He talks about his experiences with all things EV while keeping abreast of EV news around the world. On top of this, he is looking to purchase his first EV to be a daily driver and discusses his needs, wants and other considerations when purchasing an EV. The EV revolution is here! Buckle up! It should be a fun ride.
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“Sometimes, even the wisest of man or machine can make an error.”- Optimus Prime
Many states are taking steps to get ahead of autonomous commercial vehicles that will eventually be part of everyday life. Kentucky, too, is debating a house bill that will set limitations and guidelines for this emerging technology driven by AI . While one can debate the pros and cons of AI and the long-term effects … Continue reading "“Sometimes, even the wisest of man or machine can make an error.”- Optimus Prime"
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I Can Drive For Miles and Miles and Miles and Miles…
Can you imagine a EV that you could drive across the US, from sea to shining sea, without having to stop and charge? Now, you’ll have time to check out the World’s Largest Ball of Twine and The Grand Canyon simply because you’re not looking for infrastructure and can focus on the world around you. … Continue reading "I Can Drive For Miles and Miles and Miles and Miles…"
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Carmathema
a·nath·e·ma /əˈnaTHəmə/ noun Something or someone that one vehemently dislikes. car·math·e·ma /car MATH amuh/ noun The reluctance of people to do basic math regarding EV ownership (which is anathema to me). Kentucky now has an EV tax in place supposedly to offset waning revenue from the 26 cent per gallon gasoline tax. A spokesman for EvolveKY, an … Continue reading "Carmathema"
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Pay Me No Mind… I’m Just Over Here Chillin’
We are back. Welcome to 2024. We recorded this episode on January 22 in the middle of a polar vortex. As you can see, it took me (Ben) a while to get it posted. I do apologize and hope to do better. Every day is an adventure, huh? In mid-January, our part of the world … Continue reading "Pay Me No Mind… I’m Just Over Here Chillin’"
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EV Diaries After Dark: The Electric Adventures of B
Today, we have a cool episode. Brent had never been in my BMW i3. He had not driven an EV other than the Chevy Volt belonging to the co-op. We thought it was high time that he experienced something new. Join us as we cruise around town on a rainy day and do bad impressions … Continue reading "EV Diaries After Dark: The Electric Adventures of B"
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CYBERTRUCK: Rise Of The Machine
After years of waiting, the Tesla Cybertruck is here. The trucks are finally rolling of the production floor and into the garages of the people that made their reservations when it was first unveiled, assuming they still wanted it. It occurs to us that despite the long wait, people are still intrigued by the unusual … Continue reading "CYBERTRUCK: Rise Of The Machine"
Customer Reviews
Wonderful Podcast! Thank You
Very excited to find this podcast. I am buying a 2014 BMW i3 so I was looking for a podcast that could give me some information that is easy to understand and the benefits of buying an EV. I am starting at the very beginning of your podcast before you had an EV yourself so it is like we are going threw the same experience. Finding out which vehicle suits my needs, should I get an EV and the care of the battery. I am on episode of November 15 2019.
This is a wonderful podcast and I thank you for your time producing it. I hope you continue sharing information and educating the lovers AND haters of the EV movement!
Great, conversational EV podcast
Ben gets to the heart of it all. Keeps up with the news and shares his passion for EVs. Kudos!
Quick and To the Point
Love the show and topics that Ben talks about in the EV space. Appreciate his expert opinions with his engineering background. I’ve been driving electric since 2014 but I still am learning and Ben is helping with that learning curve.
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