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February 2024 - Expanding Level 2 Charging
2024-02-14 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | San Diego Automotive Museum & Zoom, 2080 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, 92101, United States
Charging while your car is not used is the backbone of EV convenience. It makes owning an EV a no-brainer for anyone with a home garage. However, it’s not so easy for those living in apartments or condominiums.
Communities in Charge is a program being administered in San Diego by Grid Alternatives to implement Level 2 charging where communities live and gather. Level 2 charging usually provides about 30 miles of range for each hour connected. It is ideal for overnight and workday charging.
Norah Kyassa of Grid Alternatives will join us for our February meeting and explain how workplaces and landlords can apply for assistance. The program features per connector benefits such as $3,500 of eligible costs and even an additional $3,500 for multi-family housing and tribal entities. Join us to hear all the details and get your questions answered.
Join us in person at the San Diego Automotive Museum. Be sure to RSVP so we can plan for pizza.
Or register to join in via Zoom

March 2024 - The End of Range Anxiety
2024-03-13 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom – Virtual
One of the biggest hurdles to EV adoption has been range anxiety. Public charging options are limited and reliability questionable. All the while, Tesla owners have had access to an ever expanding Supercharger network. That network is now being opened up to other makes of EVs as well.
For our March event, we will have Liv and Patrick of the YouTube channel MachEVLog tell us about their experience using the new NACS to CCS adapter to charge a Mustang Mach-E at Tesla Superchargers.
This meeting will be Zoom only. Visit https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAldOGqrzwqGNWFcp_5rGsvL5F93YKJaW_d to register for the Zoom.
Tell your friends that have charging concerns. Bring your questions.

Cybertruck Meet-n-Greet
2024-03-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Carlsbad Mall Superchargers, 5620 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Come out and see the new Cybertruck in a joint event with the San Diego Tesla Club.

Terri and Elaine have each just taken possession of a new Cybertruck. Join us at the Carlsbad Mall Superchargers where they will show off their new babies.
Many of you know Terri and Elaine as the national vice president and president of the Electric Vehicle Association. They have graciously agreed to share with us. This is your chance to see one up close and ask Terri and Elaine about the experience.
We will be meeting at the Carlsbad Superchargers from 10 AM until noon. Anyone else with a new Cybertruck is encouraged to join us.
Keep checking back here for the latest details.

April 2024 - Is Switching to a Municipal Utility Viable?
2024-04-10 18:00 - 19:30 | San Diego Automotive Museum, 2080 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, 92101, United States
Is it time to switch San Diego over to a municipal utility to supply power? Is such an idea even viable?
This is an idea that has been floated through the years. The current effort is being promoted by Power San Diego. They are circulating a petition to move their plan forward. There are many pros and cons.
Come join us as EVA member Mark Hughes details what is being proposed, what it will cost, and what impact it would have on electric rates.
We’re meeting in person at the San Diego Automotive Museum. Be sure to RSVP so we can plan for pizza.

Rancho Bernardo Earth Day 2024
2024-04-14 10:00 - 14:00
We’ve been asked to provide six to twelve cars for display as part of the Rancho Bernardo Earth Day.
The EVAoSD will be helping by providing electric vehicles and volunteers to help educate the attendees on the advantages of EVs. Please email volunteer@EVAoSD.org if you would like to display your car or help staff our information booth.

Earth Fest 2024
2024-04-20 11:00 - 17:00 | Balboa Park, 3268-2972 Florida Dr., San Diego, CA, 92104, United States
We’ve been invited to participate in the Earth Day celebration in Balboa Park. This is no longer the big event of years past but is now put on by the Vegan Food Popup. Visit SanDiegoEarthFest for more information.
Volunteers are needed to provide information about driving electric vehicles. Please email volunteer@EVAoSD.org if you would like to help.

Spring Valley Day
2024-04-27 10:00 - 15:00 | Bancroft & Tyler, 2300 Bancroft Dr., Spring Valley, CA 91977, CA, 91977, United States
Help us promote electric vehicles at Spring Valley Day featuring a car show, art & craft fair, and live entertainment. For more information about the event and activities visit the springvalleyday.com.
The EVAoSD will be helping by providing electric vehicles and volunteers to help educate the attendees on the advantages of EVs. Please email volunteer@EVAoSD.org if you would like to display your car or help staff our information booth.

2024 MotorCars on MainStreet
2024-04-28 09:00 - 15:30 | Isabella Avenue and Orange Avenue, 1002 Orange Ave., Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
We have again been invited to showcase electric vehicles at Coronado’s MotorCars on MainStreet.
Send us an email at volunteer@EVAoSD.org to let us know if you are interested in displaying your car.
More details will be provided as they become available.

2024 Lung Force Walk
2024-05-05 11:00 - 15:00 | Liberty Station, Lot J: 2380 Cushing Rd, San Diego, CA, 92106, United States
Join us as we help with the 10th Annual Lung Force Walk at Liberty Station. In addition the the fundraising walk, there will be a festival with interactive booths, food trucks, and a beer garden. Visit lungforce.org/sandiego for more information about the festival or to register for the walk.
The EVAoSD will be helping by providing electric vehicles and volunteers to help educate the attendees on the advantages of EVs. Please email volunteer@EVAoSD.org if you would like to display your car or help staff our information booth.

May 2024 - Weaning the Home From Natural Gas
2024-05-08 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom – Virtual
We’ve all been enjoying the electric vehicle driving experience. Now it is time to consider switching any gas appliances in our home to electric. Using gas to heat our home’s hot water is a major source of neighborhood air pollution. Heating homes with gas runs a close second as a polluter. While a gas stove may be a favorite of many chefs, they are a source of indoor pollution. It’s not like we need to immediately go cold turkey, but it is a good idea to switch when something needs replacing.
Colin Bovet of QuitCarbon will join us via Zoom to explain the advantages and process of switching to all electric. QuitCarbon is a company that provides expertise on projects, pricing and rebates. Could you benefit from a free home electrification plan?
Please REGISTER for the Zoom or join EVAoSD chapter president Keith at the Automotive Museum and have some pizza.
Please RSVP on Meetup if you are attending in person so we can reserve you a slice.

June 2024 - Year-Long EV Road Trip
2024-06-12 18:00 - 19:30 | San Diego Automotive Museum, 2080 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, 92101, United States
Just in time for summer vacation, we will hear from a couple that has pulled a trailer all around the country with their Model 3. They ranged through the southern states in the winter and up into Canada in the summer.
Some of the topics they will cover include:

Why did we do this?
How did we plan?
Where did we go?
How did we charge?
Our TV appearance.
Charging adapters for RV Parks.
Our route & timeline

There will be time for Q&A as well.
Joins us for an informative evening and some pizza.
Please RSVP on Meetup so we can plan for pizza.
For those that can’t join us in person, REGISTER HERE for Zoom option.

Workplace Charging Webinar
2024-06-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom – Virtual
Workplace charging plays an important role in providing equitable access to electric vehicle infrastructure.
The national EVA is collaborating with business partner Lynkwell and experts from Smart Electric Power Alliance and the US Department of Energy Vehicle Technologies Office to help employers and employees gain insights and resources to support EV charging installation projects at their workplaces.
Click HERE to register
Can’t make it on 6/20? Registering for the event will allow you to access the information after the live event.

July 2024 - Automotive Technicians for the EV Future
2024-07-10 18:00 - 19:30
Our July meeting will focus on what is being done to assure that we have technicians ready to service the EVs taking over the market.
EVs typically go thousands of miles without the need for any maintenance – no oil changes, tune-ups, timing belts, even brake pads. But when they do need service, EVs need a different skillset than traditional cars. It is a significant transition from mechanical to electrical and computer technology. Some say that EVs are frequently “totaled” after a collision because shops are afraid to repair them. Is this because there is a shortage of qualified technicians? Visit SDTechs.org to learn more about the effort to fill the gap.
How does the subject of EV repair impact you as an EV owner?
Come hear from Omar Sevilla and some of his colleagues about how education is evolving to meet future needs. Omar is an automotive instructor at both the high school and community college level. EV’s were the primary focus of the CHARGED UP 2024 conference held last May in San Diego which Omar helped host.
Join us as we meet again at the Automotive Museum and enjoy some pizza. Maybe you know someone that is a candidate for a career in EV technology – bring them along.

August 2024 - BBQ at EV Learning Center
2024-08-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Electric Vehicle Learning Center, 1784 La Costa Meadows Drive, Suite 106, San Marcos, CA, 92078, United States
For August we are again teaming up with the EV Learning Center for a summer barbecue.
We’ll be firing up the grill and serving burgers, hot dogs, veggie dogs, pizza and drinks. Come mingle with fellow EV enthusiasts and learn more about how EVLC is educating youth about EVs.
Please register on EVAoSD Meetup or EVLC Eventbrite so we know how many to expect.

Power Your Drive - Vista
2024-09-07 10:00 - 15:30 | MAAC Community Center, 956 Vale Terrace Dr., Vista, CA, 92084, United States
An opportunity to test drive an assortment of EV types in a pressure-free environment
More details and registration coming soon.

September 2024 - Taming the Duck Curve With V2G
2024-09-11 18:00 - 19:30 | San Diego Automotive Museum, 2080 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, 92101, United States
A major problem with solar power is that the time of generation does not match up with time of use. This results in what is called the duck curve where there is an over abundance of power mid day and heavy power use in the evening. Batteries are used to store the day excess and give it back in the evening. This adds additional cost to effective use of solar systems.
But what if your vehicle’s battery could be used to bridge the supply/usage gap? You’ve already paid for the battery; all you need is the connection. Vehicle to Grid (V2G) does not need to be used just to supply emergency power during a blackout. V2G has the potential to help both home solar and the utility grid.
Come hear Jose Torre-Bueno of the Center for Community Energy tell us how this could work and legislation moving forward so that all EVs will be V2G capable.
Please RSVP on MeetUp so we can plan for pizza.

Power Your Drive - El Cajon
2024-09-14 10:00 - 15:30 | Grossmont College, 8800 Grossmont College Dr,, El Cajon, 92020, United States

October 2024 - Checking Your EV Battery
2024-10-09 18:00 - 20:00 | San Diego Automotive Museum, 2080 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, 92101, United States
The traction battery in an EV represents 40-50% of the vehicle’s value. Knowing its health is important when buying or selling a used one. Knowledge is also useful when getting close to warranty expiration.
For October, we will hear from Smartville, A Carlsbad company that makes a battery pack testing kit that provides insights on electric vehicle battery’s health. Their PeriscopeTM supports a wide range of EV makes and models, delivering battery diagnostics on both in-vehicle and extracted batteries. It offers EV battery testing with in-depth analysis, including state-of-health evaluations at the cell, module, and pack levels using OEM Battery Management System (BMS) data.
Join us to learn about battery health and how it can be tested. Smartville is planning to have a battery assessment tool available for anyone interested and with a compatible vehicle (Tesla 3/Y, Chevy Bolt/EUV, Nissan Leafs, and a few others). Testing will be done in the parking lot after the indoor meeting.
Please RSVP on MeetUp so we can plan for pizza.

Hispanic Heritage Month
2024-10-12 10:00 - 14:00 | Dennis V. Allen Park, 800 Boundary St, San Diego, CA, 92102
Come join Keith as he helps educate Hispanic community members about all the amazing, innovative, energy-saving tools, rebates, and resources for purchasing and owning an EV.
For more information visit the event website.

November 2024 - Free Chargers from evee
2024-11-13 18:00 - 19:30 | San Diego Automotive Museum, 2080 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, 92101, United States
evee has a program to provide free home chargers to people that meet certain criteria.
This is part of the California Energy Commission’s REDWDS (Responsive, Easy Charging Products with Dynamic Signals) program. These grants fund the development and customer installation of charging products that help customers easily respond to dynamic grid signals and minimize charging costs. evee’s REVISIT program (Residential EV Installation Supporting Innovative Tariffs) targets homeowners with an EV and garage. 50% of the homes must be disadvantaged either financially or by air quality.
evee has 120 free chargers (with installation) to give away in California. Come hear how the program works and if it applies to you or someone that you may know.
Please RSVP so we can plan for pizza.

December 2024 - It's Auto Show Time
2024-12-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom – Virtual
Year’s end is time for the San Diego Auto Show. We have again been invited to have a booth to help educate potential buyers on the advantages of owning an EV.
This month we will cover all the basics about EVs including vehicle types, charging, and incentives. If you are new to EVs, bring your questions. If you are a veteran EV’er, bring your expertise to share. Invite your friends, neighbors, co-workers, etc. that aren’t familiar with EVs. This meeting will serve as a dry run for explaining EVs to the public at the San Diego Auto Show.
!! ZOOM ONLY !!
No in person meeting
Register for the meeting at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUrcOispzIjH9Ux2-gF5-wKor0lJmQ6xh7X
Go to sandiegoev.org/volunteer if you want to join us at the show.

2024 San Diego Auto Show
2024-12-28 10:00 - 2025-01-01 18:00
December means it’s time for the annual San Diego International Auto Show. We will again have a booth and need volunteer staff. Volunteers will answer questions about the EV experience and share information to advance the adoption of EVs. You don’t need to be a subject matter expert – just bring your enthusiasm. The show runs for five days which we will break up into three-hour shifts. Even though the show opens to the public at 10am, first shift volunteers will need to arrive early to open up the booth.
If you would like to volunteer, please go to evaosd.org/volunteer and let us know the days that you can be available (yes more than one if possible) and your preferred time slots (morning, mid day, afternoon, evening). We would like to have at least two people staffing the booth at all times. Details about tickets and parking will be supplied to those responding.

February 2025 - EV Batteries and Fire Risk
2025-02-12 18:00 - 19:30 | San Diego Automotive Museum, 2080 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, 92101, United States
Battery fires are sure to make the news while ICE fires are just another black spot on the side of a road. Are our batteries dangerous? What is the risk of parking and charging in a garage? How about a power wall?
For February we will be talking about fire risk and EV batteries. The Union Tribune ran an article in September about San Diego Fire’s new alternative energy emergency response coordinator. We are fortunate to have Battalion Chief Rob Rezende speak to us and share a couple pics/videos of incidents that demonstrate the challenges associated from the first responder perspective. Come learn what is fact and what is an isolated incident serving as click bait.
Missed the meeting? Watch the video here – https://youtu.be/3_mOXTpFaR8

Encinitas – Home Electrification Fair 2025
2025-02-22 10:00 - 13:00 | Encinitas Comunity and Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr., Encinitas, CA, 92024, United States
Save the date for the Encinitas – Home Electrification Fair.

March 2025 - EV Charging in Tenant Situations
2025-03-12 18:00 - 19:30
Home charging can be a big problem for a tenant. This month we will have Michael Sarrassat presenting via Zoom about solutions for tenant situations.
A seasoned leader in EV adoption and charging infrastructure, Michael offers deep industry insights and a forward-thinking approach to the renewable energy economy. He has contributed to cutting-edge solutions such as Xeal’s tap-and-go EV chargers, Charge Zero’s solar-powered DC fast charging, and innovative solutions for community-based non-profits. He is now part of the Community Environmental Council.
A longtime supporter of EVAoSD, Michael was actively involved in our outreach efforts during his tenure at the Center for Sustainable Energy. For this meeting, he will share key trends in EV purchasing, an overview of EV charging solutions for tenants, and updates on his latest projects, including solar canopy EV charging for owners.
If you or someone you know is a renter concerned about “home charging”, this is a topic for you.
Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/EZ8BwNfoQgaY0gh-kAVAag

April 2025 - Best ROI Going All Electric
2025-04-09 18:00 - 19:30 | San Diego Automotive Museum, 2080 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, 92101, United States
Who doesn’t want to get the best ROI (Return on Investment) going all electric?
While SDGE rates discourage anyone from using more electricity, combining a properly sized solar and storage system with home electrification can make going all-electric cost effective for California families and business owners.
For April, we will have long time EVAoSD member and EV driver, Kathy Nicholson, talk about her experience going all-electric at home, including installing a whole-home battery backup system. She even had SDGE remove the gas service to her house.
Kathy will also go over the newly-released report from the Agile Electrification Project at the UCSD Design Lab entitled Solar & Electrification – Flexible Pathways for Energy Independent Homes in California which compares the cost effectiveness of electrifying California homes with and without installing solar and batteries.
Be sure to RSVP on MeetUp so we can plan for pizza.

Earth Fest 2025
2025-04-19 11:00 - 17:00 | Balboa Park, 3268-2972 Florida Dr., San Diego, CA, 92104, United States
Check out the San Diego Earth Day celebration. For more information visit sandiegoearthfest.com.

May 2025 - Getting a Level 3 Charger
2025-05-14 18:00 - 19:30
EV owners soon learn the basics about the three levels of charging – level one wall outlets, level two garage/destination chargers, and the level three fast chargers found out on the road. The first two work fine when you’re not in any hurry and can be done at home. Fast chargers are another story.
Our May presentation will be by SOCAL EV who has over ten years experience installing public charging projects. Learn what goes on behind the scenes to plan and install a fast charger. Why can’t we have more located near apartment buildings and condos? How can a business turn parking spaces into passive revenue generators?
Be sure to RSVP so we can plan for pizza.

Encinitas EcoFest 2025
2025-06-01 11:00 - 15:00 | Encinitas Comunity Park, 425 Santa Fe Dr., Encinitas, 92024, United States
It’s EcoFest time again in Encinitas.
Join EVAoSD members Simon Freedman and Dennis Griffin at our booth. Griff will be using his Ford Lightning to power some of the food vendors.
Help spread the word about driving electric. Email volunteer@evaosd.org if you can help staff the booth.
Visit the event website for more information.

Lung Force Walk
2025-06-08 08:00 - 13:00
Soon it will be time for another Lung Force Walk. We all enjoy clean air. Email us at volunteer@evaosd.org if you would like to help staff a booth.
