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EV Battery Myths, Legends, and Facts - EVAoSD - May, 12 on Zoom
2021-05-12 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Zoom – Virtual
EV Battery Myths, Legends, and Facts

There are many misunderstood facets of owning and operating an electric car. Mark Hughes will be here for our May meeting to bust some myths for us.
Mark Hughes is a mechanical engineer who spent his career in the power generation industry enabling the burning of coal, oil, and natural gas. A combustion co-dependent, one might say. But, then he learned about climate change. He sold his 1971 Chevelle SS454 (10 miles to the gallon) for a succession of ever more efficient cars and he and his wife now both drive Teslas. In addition, their all-electric house is powered by a PV array sufficient for both the house, the cars, and some of their neighbors. Change, in other words, is possible.
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NOTE: YOU MUST REGISTER for the meeting VIA THE LINK BELOW.
When: Wed., May 12, 2021 06:00 PM Pacific Time
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIpfu2oqDwrGdQgfAvIwsxxl7jrPoZf10d8
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
See you there!
Elaine
President, EV Association of San Diego

Drive Electric Earth Day
2021-04-24 10:00 - 13:00 | Gomper’s Park, Hilltop Drive and Carolina Lane, San Diego, CA, 92102, United States
Day: Saturday, April 24, 2021
Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Location: Gomper’s Park
Hilltop Drive and Carolina Lane
San Diego, CA 92102
https://driveelectricearthday.org/event.php?eventid=2727
Register using the link above to attend an in-person or online event for a chance to win a $250 Visa gift card.
Join us for an Earth Day Celebration at Gomper’s Park in San Diego.
Lots of electric vehicles to see, owners to talk to, and much more!
We’ll have everything from the Nissan LEAF to the Tesla Model 3, Tesla Model Y, Chevy Bolt, and stay tuned for more……Maybe the new Mustang Mach-e, Hyundai Kona, Kia Niro, or the Polestar 2?

Vista Farmer's Market Earth Day
2021-04-24 08:00 - 12:00 | Vista Farmer’s Market, 325 S Melrose Dr, Vista, CA, 92081, United States
Day: Saturday, April 24, 2021
Time: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Vista Farmer’s Market
325 S Melrose Dr
Vista, CA 92081
https://driveelectricearthday.org/event.php?eventid=2686
Register using the link above to attend an in-person or online event for a chance to win a $250 Visa gift card.
The Vista Farmer’s Market is hosting an Earth Day event. The Farmer’s Market and DEED require social distancing and masks by all volunteers and attendees.
The Electric Vehicle Association of San Diego will bring a wide variety of electric vehicles and their owners to talk to people about driving electric.
Join us anytime between 8 am and noon.

Carlsbad Green Biz Expo
2021-04-21 14:00 - 18:00 | Carlsbad Flower Fields, 5704 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Day: Wednesday, April 21, 2021
Time: 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Location: Carlsbad Flower Fields
5704 Paseo Del Norte
Carlsbad, CA 92008
https://driveelectricearthday.org/event.php?eventid=2675
Register using the link above to attend an in-person or online event for a chance to win a $250 Visa gift card.
We’ll have a variety of electric vehicles for everybody to check out and knowledgeable owners to talk about the whole EV experience, including charging, battery maintenance, trip planning, charging station infrastructure and more. In addition we will have some owners present with their e bikes.
Reservations are required this year as are masks and social distancing.
The Flower Fields will be in bloom and this is always a beautiful, amazing event.
See you there!

Gompers Park – Community event -Groundworks
2021-04-09 10:00 - 13:00 | Gomper’s Park, Hilltop Drive and Carolina Lane, San Diego, CA, 92102, United States
Variety – Plug-in Hybrid – family vehicles/Tesla/BMW, etc.

1110 Carolina Lane, San Diego

High School Event - Groundworks
2021-03-12
TBA
Not open to the public

October Meeting - Taycan Test Drive
2020-10-14 18:00 - 19:15 | Virtual EV Meeting
The Electric Vehicle Association will cover three topics in our regular October meeting (via Zoom) …
Porsche Taycan virtual test drive
Want to experience what’s it’s like to drive a Porsche? How about an all-electric Porsche? How about being launched from 0-60 in as fast as 2.4 seconds? We’ll have a review and virtual test drive of the new Porsche Taycan. It’s an all-electric car that might just give the Tesla Model S a run for its money. Q&A will follow.
Tesla Battery Day discussion
And then of course what electric vehicle meeting would be complete without a deep dive into what happened at Tesla’s Battery Day.
Carlsbad’s anti-ICE’g ordinance
In addition, we’ll have a presentation detailing the anti-ICEing ordinance that was recently passed in Carlsbad. What is an anti-ICEing ordinance? What does the ordinance enforce? How did our very own Simon Freedman manage to convince lawmakers of the need for such an ordinance?
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYvfuChqz4qGNdNXPqk3vuGBNAr0799hv9C
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

California Clean Air Day
2020-10-07
Check out the events around the 3rd annual California Clean Air DAy

Special NDEW Information Meeting
2020-09-30 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual EV Meeting
Join the San Diego EV Association at noon on Wednesday, September 30th to learn about all of the benefits of driving electric. We will have a panel of EV owners to answer all of your questions. Our panelists have driven all different types of EVs – Nissan LEAF, Chevy Bolt, Volt, Hyundai Kona, Chevy Spark, Fiat 500e, Jag I-Pace, Audi e-Tron, Mitsubishi Outlander Plug in Hybrid, Hyundai Ioniq, Tesla Model S, 3, X, Y and more. This will be an interactive session, so bring any and all questions.
Planned topics include …

Cost of Ownership
Driving Experience
Environmental Benefits
Home Charging
Incentives
Road Trips
Workplace Charging
Used EVs

Registration Required

National Drive Electric Week
2020-09-26 - 2020-10-04
National Drive Electric Week involves events being hosted around the country. The San Diego EV association will be hosting a special Zoom meeting on September 30th to cover topics of interest to prospective EV buyers.

Escondido Clean Air Day Poster Contest
2020-09-23 - 2020-09-30
Open to All Escondido School Students
Did you know that tailpipe emissions are the source of significant air pollution?
Create ARTWORK for a poster, a Zoom background and/or a SLOGAN about Electric Vehicles and Clean Air in Escondido to WIN $25 & $50 gift cards from Escondido Restaurants and Businesses
Submit finished Artwork and/or Slogan to SanDiegoEV@gmail.com by 5 pm Sept 30th
Prizes will be awarded on October 3rd. We will also host an electric vehicle motorcade through downtown Escondido on Saturday, October 3rd to highlight just a few of the benefits of driving electric – they are quiet and have no tailpipe emissions!
https://www.cleanairday.org/

Our Clean Energy Future at Stake: San Diego's Energy Franchise Agreements
2020-06-29 15:00 - 16:00
Join a community-based coalition working to secure our clean energy future share and discuss the City of San Diego’s energy Franchise Agreements. A once in a generation opportunity, San Diego’s electric and gas franchise agreements will set the table for our clean energy future–will San Diegans get the best deal?
Attend this free webinar hosted by the Climate Action Campaign to find out.

EV Association Presentation: Learn to Read Your Electricity Bill and Save Money
2020-06-25 18:00 - 19:30
EV Association newsletter editor, Dave Crow, will walk attendees through an SDG&E monthly bill, break down the pros and cons of the different pricing plans available to EVs, discuss the options of adding rooftop solar and/or a battery backup system, and do his best to save you some money.
Zoom link for registering for the event.

EV Association Presentation: Tesla Model Y and Utility EV Chargers
2020-05-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Virtual EV Meeting
Featured Presentation:
On May 14th, the EV Association will kick off its digital presentations with a special, two-in-one event. First, Josh Welsh, a local Tesla Model Y owner, will provide an overview of his Model Y experience to-date and answer your questions on Tesla’s small SUV. Then, Lianna Rios with SDG&E will present the latest information on two newly approved programs by the Public Utilities Commission that turn your electricity bill payments into electric vehicle chargers (EVSEs) here in our community.
Follow this link to register to attend Thursday’s event on Zoom. You will receive a link to attend the live event when you register.
… And Electric Vehicle Questions Answered
Are you new to electric vehicles? Interested in learning more about becoming an electric vehicle owner? Get your EV questions answered by long time members by emailing info@SanDiegoEV.org.

Carlsbad Green Biz Expo and EV Day - at the Flower Fields
2020-04-15 15:00 - 19:00 | Carlsbad Flower Fields, 5704 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Join the EV Association of San Diego for a day of fun at the Carlsbad Flower Fields. The event will include electric vehicles on display and volunteer EV educators on hand to answer questions. $10 donation requested by the Flower Fields.
If you would like to volunteer to be an EV Educator for the event, please contact:
Simon Freedman at simonf@roadrunner.com

Preuss School Annual Science Festival
2020-03-21 10:30 - 13:00 | Preuss School UC San Diego, 3750 Voigt Dr., La Jolla, CA, 92037, United States
Students, parents, and members of the San Diego community come together for a day of STEM related activities, demonstrations, and access to organizations in their neighborhood. The festival anticipates 1,200 attendees this year.
The Electric Vehicle Association of San Diego will have a booth with cars on display, plus volunteer educators sharing information about EVs .
About:
The Preuss School is located on the UCSD campus and is a free public charter school for students in grades 6-12. Students come from all over San Diego and the only criteria for admission is coming from a low-income family. It strives to expose both students and parents to people and organizations throughout San Diego through its STEM program to support and encourage students to consider a future STEM career.

EV Association Presentation: Two Bit da Vinci
2020-03-12 19:00 - 20:30 | Center for Sustainable Energy, 3980 Sherman Street, Suite 170, San Diego, CA, 92110, United States
Featured Presentation:
Ricky and Chris, founders of the Two Bit da Vinci YouTube Channel, will share the latest Tesla news plus other electric vehicle updates. This dynamic duo has nearly 100,000 YouTube subscribers. Make sure to subscribe to keep up with them before and after their Electric Vehicle Association presentation.
… And Electric Vehicle Questions Answered
Are you new to electric vehicles? Interested in learning more about becoming an electric vehicle owner? Get your EV questions answered by long time members between 6:30 PM and 7:00 PM before the presentation starts.
Additionally, RSVP for this event on Meetup to ensure we save you a seat and to get a free entry in a raffle for a 24 hour Tesla test drive. The event is free and open to the public. Pizza will be provided!
(you must attend the presentation to win the raffle)

EV Association Presentation: Cheryl Goodman, Sony's Vision-S
2020-02-13 19:00 - 20:30 | Center for Sustainable Energy, 3980 Sherman Street, Suite 170, San Diego, CA, 92110, United States
Featured Presentation:
Cheryl Goodman, Head of Corporate Communications for Sony Electronics North America, will present Sony’s innovative new electric vehicle concept, the Vision-S. Ms. Goodman oversees executive and financial communications, corporate social responsibility programs and employee communications. Prior to her work at Sony, she served for 10 years at Qualcomm before taking the reins at Athena where she was recognized as one of San Diego’s top CEOs.
… And: Electric Vehicle Questions Answered
Are you new to electric vehicles? Interested in learning more about becoming an electric vehicle owner? Get your EV questions answered by long time members between 6:30 PM and 7:00 PM before the presentation starts.
Additionally, RSVP for this event on Meetup to ensure we save you a seat and to get a free entry in a raffle for a 24 hour Tesla test drive. The event is free and open to the public. Pizza will be provided!

Living Coast Discovery Center - EV Presentation
2020-02-06
The Electric Vehicle Association of San Diego will provide a presentation for staff of the Living Coast Discovery Center. While this event is closed to the public, the EV Association regularly provides free presentations on electric vehicles throughout the community. If you would like us to present for your organization, please contact us at Info@SanDiegoEV.org for more information. If you would like to find out when the next public presentation will be, keep an eye on our Events Page. The Association also hosts a monthly presentation at the Center for Sustainable Energy that is free and open to the public.

Fully Charged Live
2020-02-01 - 2020-02-02 | Circuit of the Americas, 9201 Circuit of the Americas Boulevard, Austin, TX, 78617, United States
If you are interested in a road trip, this event may be for you. The YouTube sensation Fully Charged is taking their show on the road and will be hosting an event in Austin early next year.

Annual Awards and Electric Vehicle Presentations
2020-01-25 09:00 - 14:00 | Center for Sustainable Energy, 3980 Sherman Street, Suite 170, San Diego, CA, 92110, United States
The Electric Vehicle Association of San Diego is thrilled to announce our national organization’s Annual Awards Event in San Diego on January 25, 2020. The meeting will feature presentations from an all-star lineup.
Featured Speakers

Ben Sullins: Founder, Teslanomics
Chris Paine:* Writer/Director “Who Killed the Electric Car”
Larry Goldenhersh: Executive Director, Center for Sustainable Energy
Ellen Hiep, Board Member, Dutch Electric Driver’s Association (Vereniging Elektrische Rijders)

Registration Required
You must register to attend. If you are a member of the EV Association of San Diego, you will receive a discount for the Jan 25th event (includes lunch).

Become an Electric Vehicle Association Member ($35)
Register for the Annual Meeting on January 25th (discounted for members)

*special guest

EV Association 2020 Planning Meeting
2020-01-14 19:00 - 20:00 | Stonecrest Meeting Room, 3110 West Canyon Ave, San Diego, CA, 92123, United States
Its time for new year’s resolutions and grand plans. The EV Association has already kicked off 2020 with a bang – 5 full days at the San Diego Auto Show – and we want to continue that momentum with a great plan for the year. Come meet with the EV Association team to lend your ideas. Tell us what the Association has done right, wrong, and what to focus on moving forward.
Street parking is available.

EV Association Presentation: A Tesla Adventure with Climate Impact
2020-01-09 19:00 - 20:30 | Center for Sustainable Energy, 3980 Sherman Street, Suite 170, San Diego, CA, 92110, United States
Featured Presentation:
Scott Murray, Climate Reality Leader and SanDiego350 Public Policy Co-Chair, journeyed across the Continent with his wife Nicole and their four kids in the family’s Tesla Model X. Working around the hazards of extreme heat, floods, a hurricane and the moods of the kids, the family showed that electric vehicles are ready for prime-time as a true climate change solution. Come enjoy the story chronicling the good, the bad and the ugly about long distance EV travel in a changing climate.
… And Electric Vehicle Questions Answered
Are you new to electric vehicles? Interested in learning more about becoming an electric vehicle owner? Get your EV questions answered by long time members between 6:30 PM and 7:00 PM before the presentation starts.
Additionally, RSVP for this event on Meetup to ensure we save you a seat and to get a free entry in a raffle for a 24 hour Tesla test drive. The event is free and open to the public. Pizza will be provided!
(you must attend the presentation to win the raffle)

San Diego International Auto Show
2020-01-01 - 2020-01-05 | San Diego Convention Center, 111 W Harbor Dr, San Diego, 92101, United States
The Electric Vehicle Association of San Diego will be teaming up with the San Diego Auto Show to advocate for and educate about the latest electric vehicle offerings. It is a great way to see most electric vehicle offerings in one location.
If you would like to join the EV Association as an EV Educator for any of the days of the show, please sign up with us here. Once you have filled out the volunteer form, you will hear from one on the EV Association’s officers with more information and training for the event.

EV Association Monthly Meeting: Featuring New San Diego County EV Initiatives
2019-12-12 19:00 - 20:30 | Center for Sustainable Energy, 3980 Sherman Street, Suite 170, San Diego, CA, 92110, United States
Are you new to electric vehicles? Interested in learning more about becoming an electric vehicle owner? Get your EV questions answered by long time members between 6:30 PM and 7:00 PM before the meeting starts.
Featured Presentation: New San Diego County EV Initiatives
Emily Wier, Environment and Energy Policy Advisor for San Diego County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher, will present on San Diego County’s EV Roadmap, the newly approved Clean Cars 4 All program, and exciting developments at the California Air Resources Board. Supervisor Fletcher is raising the level of awareness about the effects of San Diego’s poor air quality and implementing policy to combat climate change as a member of the California Air Resources Board.
RSVP for this event on Meetup to ensure we save you a seat and to get a free entry in a raffle for a 24 hour Tesla test drive. The event is free and open to the public. Pizza will be provided!

EV Association Monthly Meeting: Featuring Vehicle-to-Grid Charging
2019-11-14 19:00 - 20:30 | Center for Sustainable Energy, 3980 Sherman Street, Suite 170, San Diego, CA, 92110, United States
Are you new to electric vehicles? Interested in learning more about becoming an electric vehicle owner? Get your EV questions answered by long time members between 6:30 PM and 7:00 PM before the meeting starts.
Doors open at 6:30 PM, the meeting starts at 7:00 PM.
Featured Presentation: Vehicle-to-Grid Charging
NUVVE has been running commercial vehicle-to-grid (V2G) operations since 2016. Russell Vare, NUVVE’s U.S. Director of Business Development, will discuss the state of V2G charging as well as options for vehicle-to-load charging. Join us, for a peak into the future of EV charging and grid management.
RSVP for this event on Meetup to ensure we save you a seat and to get a free entry in a raffle for a 24 hour Tesla test drive. The event is free and open to the public. Pizza will be provided!

County Board of Supervisor's Meeting - EV Roadmap Vote
2019-10-30 09:00 - 11:00 | San Diego County Administration Building, 1600 Pacific Hwy, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
The County Board of Supervisors will be voting on a proposal to apply for a grant for $5 million to bring more electric vehicles to the San Diego region. EV Assocation members will be speaking in support during the meeting and we encourage others go and provide public comment as well. The following is more information about the initiative.
‘Clean Cars 4 All’ is a cap-and-trade funded program that provides an incentive (approx. $5-10K) for low-income residents in communities disproportionately burdened by pollution to retire their older vehicle and replace it with a low or zero emission vehicle alternative, or receive a voucher for the use of alternative mobility options such as public transit, car sharing, bike sharing or to purchase an electric bicycle. The would authorize the San Diego Air Pollution Control District to implement the program as well as secure state funding for the program.

San Diego Entrepreneurs Exchange: Sustainability Council Presentation
2019-10-24 18:00 - 20:30 | WeWork LaJolla, 8910 University Center Lane Aventine, San Diego, CA, 92122, United States
The EV Association will be joining the SDEE’s Sustainability Council for an evening about reducing food waste through innovation. We will have a table set up prior to the event to share the benefits of electric vehicles with SDEE members. We are looking forward to working with a group that shares our excitement about conservation and clean energy.

San Diego Green Homes Tour
2019-10-19 10:00 - 2019-10-20 16:00
This is the 10th year of the Green Homes Tour showcasing some of the most innovative, eco-friendly homes in San Diego County. It’s a great opportunity for the community to step inside a diverse mix of private residences to get ideas, find inspiration and explore various green features in real-world settings.
The Electric Vehicle Association is partnering with the Tour this year to pair at least one electric vehicle and EV Educator with every home on the tour expanding the green home tour to include green transportation as well. Contact the EV Association if you would like to be an EV Educator on either day.
Central San Diego and South & East County on Oct 19th – 10 AM to 4 PM
North County on Oct 20th – 10 AM to 4 PM
For more details visit the San Diego Green Homes Tour Page.

Oasis Technology Fair: Ages 50+
2019-10-15 09:00 - 15:00 | Grossmont Center – San Diego Oasis, 5500 Grossmont Center Drive, Reading Cinemas, La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
The Electric Vehicle Association will bring cars and EV Educators out to this information packed Tuesday where the San Diego Oasis is holding a technology fair for adults 50 and up.
The “Get Connected: Technology Fair for 50+” hosted by San Diego Oasis with lead sponsor County of San Diego Aging and Independent Services, is Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019. The tech fair is the region’s largest, featuring free workshops on social networking, online safety, innovative apps, smart phones and tablets, and much more. Attendees can consult with a tech expert in a one-on-one environment to answer just about any kind of tech question. Exhibitors from local technology companies will also be on-hand to demonstrate the latest in smart home technology. Opportunity drawings for some exciting tech-related gifts will be held throughout the day. More than 1,000 people are expected to attend. Admission is free, but registration is required. Go to www.SanDiegoOasis.org to register for Class #75. Free shuttle buses for North County residents will be provided. Call 760-796-6020 for more information on transportation.
