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Everything you need to know about roadtripping in an EV

Everything you need to know about roadtripping in an EV

Electric vehicles are becoming mainstream—here’s where they stand when it comes to taking a road trip

Road trips are all about detours, long distances, and flexible planning—but as we learn more and more about the negative impacts of gas and diesel powered vehicles, it’s time to start thinking about electric cars and trucks.

Taking a road trip in an EV might not be as simple as hitting the road in a gas powered vehicle—not yet, at least. These tips will help you navigate planning an electric road trip no matter where you’re at in the EV adoption process.

Can you take a road trip in an electric vehicle?

Can you take a road trip in an electric vehicle?

Electric vehicles are great for commuting to work—but how do they hold up for road trips? We took a Chevy Bolt on the road to find out.

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Everything you need to know about roadtripping in an EV

Everything you need to know about roadtripping in an EV

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Planning an EV road trip

How to find charging stations, rent an EV, and discover “electric” routes. 

How to find EV charging stations on a road trip

How to find EV charging stations on a road trip
Why you should rent an EV on your next road trip (and how to do it)

Why you should rent an EV on your next road trip (and how to do it)
Route 66 goes electric: Meet the people and initiatives bringing the Mother Road into the future

Route 66 goes electric: Meet the people and initiatives bringing the Mother Road into the future
Stevens Pass Greenway and beyond: A fast-charge route through North America's Alps

Stevens Pass Greenway and beyond: A fast-charge route through North America's Alps

How to plan a road trip in your EV

Planning and mapping out your route in advance is even more important if you have an EV. Here are some tips and tricks that every road trip planner should think about before heading out with their electric vehicle.

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Electric vehicles for road trips

From electric motorcycles to hybrids, these vehicles are road trip-ready.

Interested in buying an EV? Here’s where to start and what to look for

Interested in buying an EV? Here’s where to start and what to look for
The 7 best hybrid cars, SUVs, and minivans for a fuel-efficient road trip

The 7 best hybrid cars, SUVs, and minivans for a fuel-efficient road trip
The future of electric RVing: What consumers can expect in 2023

The future of electric RVing: What consumers can expect in 2023
Is the world ready for an electric adventure motorcycle?

Is the world ready for an electric adventure motorcycle?
7 long-range electric vehicles that let you go the distance

7 long-range electric vehicles that let you go the distance

Tips for roadtripping with an electric vehicle

Are you an EV owner looking to plan an epic road trip? This Tesla Model 3 owner took his car on a cross-country excursion and picked up a few EV tips and tricks along the way. Here’s some of the gear he used and his advice for mapping out routes and avoiding range anxiety during your journey.

EV travel resources for RVers and campers

EVs can be more than just a daily driver—the future is bright for camping and towing. 

Our longest adventure yet—towing our RV to the Florida Keys with a Tesla Model X

Our longest adventure yet—towing our RV to the Florida Keys with a Tesla Model X
5 questions we get asked towing our RV with an electric vehicle [Togo RV]

5 questions we get asked towing our RV with an electric vehicle [Togo RV]
How to car camp in an EV: Tips from a Tesla Model Y owner

How to car camp in an EV: Tips from a Tesla Model Y owner
EV-friendly camping is easier than you think [Campendium]

EV-friendly camping is easier than you think [Campendium]
What RVers should know about California's gas-powered vehicle ban [Campendium]

What RVers should know about California's gas-powered vehicle ban [Campendium]
6 national parks with convenient EV charging stations [Campendium]

6 national parks with convenient EV charging stations [Campendium]
8 state park systems with EV charging stations [Campendium]

8 state park systems with EV charging stations [Campendium]
What RVers should know about e-bikes [Togo RV]

What RVers should know about e-bikes [Togo RV]