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September 2024 - Taming the Duck Curve With V2G
2024-09-11 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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 - 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

February 2024 - Expanding Level 2 Charging
2024-02-14 18:00 - 19:30 | 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

Annual EVA Meeting
2024-01-27 13:00 - 16:00 | Aptera Headquarters, Carlsbad, CA, United States
The annual meeting for the national EVA will be held at Aptera’s Headquarters in Carlsbad. This your chance as a member to meet with other members from around the country. Events are planned for the whole weekend.
More details and registration link can be found at myeva.org/annualmeeting.

January 2024 - SB350 and you
2024-01-10 18:00 - 19:30 | San Diego Automotive Museum, 2080 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, 92101, United States
How does SB350 impact you – both as an EV driver and as a resident of California? How much is a carrot and how much is a stick?
The Clean Energy and Pollution Reduction Act (Senate Bill 350) established clean energy, clean air, and greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction goals, including reducing GHG to 40 percent below 1990 levels by 2030 and to 80 percent below 1990 levels by 2050. The California Energy Commission is working with other state agencies to implement the bill.
Jason Greenblatt, a senior program analyst at Energetics, will be sharing his insights from the evaluation his team helps produce on progress of public charging and fleet projects across California within SB350. Jason has planned for and reported on EVs for over 15 years. Hear him talk about such topics as public DC fast charging and Vehicle to Grid (V2G). Bring your questions.
Join us as we again meet at the San Diego Automotive Museum. Be sure to RSVP so we can plan for pizza.

Note that the tour of Arcimoto originally scheduled for January had to be postponed due to a plumbing leak at their facility.

San Diego Auto Show
2023-12-29 10:00 - 2024-01-01 18:00 | San Diego Convention Center, 111 W Harbor Dr, San Diego, 92101, United States
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 four 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.

December 2023 - Everything About EVs
2023-12-13 18:00 - 19:30 | Virtual EV Meeting
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/tZUlceygpz8vH9AHAVp2199OBxiFoJuyLubC

MAAC Annual EVs and Coffee
2023-11-18 09:00 - 12:00 | MAAC North Campus, 956 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista, CA, 92084
The Metropolitan Area Advisory Committee (MAAC) has invited us to join them for their annual EVs and Coffee event. Coffee and admission are FREE. Come learn about EVs or share your EV experience with others.

November 2023 - Thankful for Rivian
2023-11-08 18:00 - 20:00 | San Diego Automotive Museum, 2080 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, 92101, United States
Our November meeting will have members of the San Diego Rivian Club talking about the vehicles and ownership experience. They will also give us an opportunity to see both the R1T truck and R1S SUV up close and see what makes them special.
The first Rivian R1T was delivered to a customer in September 2021. Now we see R1T pickups, the R1S SUVs, and Amazon Rivian delivery vans all over San Diego. Chatty Bialeschki is first president of the newly formed San Diego chapter of the Rivian Owners Club. Like other EV owners, they love talking about their vehicles.
Come hear what they have to say and get your questions answered. Don’t forget about the pizza we’ll have for those in attendance.
Please RSVP on Meetup (https://www.meetup.com/san-diego-electric-vehicle-association-meetup/events/297050705/) so we can plan the pizza

SDG&E EV Day
2023-10-14 10:00 - 15:00 | Snapdragon Stadium, 2101 Stadium Way, San Diego, CA, 92108, United States
Are you interested in EVs, but not sure how or where to start? Join SDG&E and their community partners for a fun day at Snapdragon Stadium to learn from local EV enthusiasts.
Test drive a wide assortment of EV types in a pressure-free environment.
Clean Vehicle Highlights:

Drive an assortment of new EVs, including vehicles with hand control adaptations
Talk with local dealers in a pressure-free environment
Chat with local EV owners about their experiences
Learn about at-home and public charging
Get information on EV rebates and incentives

Members of the Electric Vehicle Association are encouraged to display their vehicles and help share the love of EVs. We want to show at least the following vehicles …

Tesla MS, M3, MX, MY
Chevy Bolt EV, Bolt EUV
Polstar 2
Ford Mach E, Lightning
Rivian R1T, R1S
Hyundai Ionic 5, Ionic 6, Kona
VW ID4
Kia EV6

Please email Keith@evaosd.org if you and your vehicle can be available for the day.

October 2023 - Navigating the Used EV Marketplace
2023-10-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Zoom – Virtual
For October we’re putting together a Zoom meeting covering what you need to know about buying or selling a used EV. Keith will be joining from the Automotive Museum for anyone that wants to participate “in person”. Meeting via Zoom will facilitate greater participation by eliminating a long drive through heavy traffic for many members
We are working on having used car dealers, repair shops, and other businesses give their perspective. We would also like individuals to join in and relate experiences on both sides of the transaction. There will also be some discussion about the incentives available when purchasing a used EV. Bring your questions and we’ll do our best to find you an answer.
Please register at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIkde2rpjMsGdEiJdssDwZ4UOt_AAioQH8N

Groundbreaking for Rove EV charging plaza
2023-09-28 13:00 - 15:30 | Rove Santa Ana Charging Center, 1008 East 17th Street, Santa Ana, CA, 92701, United States
Rove is a new company with the goal of building full-service electric vehicle charging centers. Santa Ana will be their first site in Southern California. See the web site for more about the company.

Hear from Rove’s CEO Nathan McDonnell & partners
Meet the Rove team behind the build
Enjoy refreshments
See the latest cars from fellow EV enthusiasts & local car club members

Send an email to Info@RoveCharging.com to RSVP

September 2023 - School Busses EV to Grid
2023-09-13 18:00 - 20:00 | San Diego Automotive Museum & Zoom, 2080 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, 92101, United States
September is traditional back-to-school month. What better time to learn about how the El Cajon Valley School district is using busses with Bi Directional charging to put energy back into the grid during the summer peak. Nuvve and SDG&E will tell us how that is working out.
Nuvve is a Global Intelligent Energy Management Firm with High-Power, Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) Charging Stations.
Come hear how this technology is helping the school district and the grid. We will also be discussing vehicle to home/grid coming in the future.
Please RSVP on Meetup (https://www.meetup.com/san-diego-electric-vehicle-association-meetup/events/295981241/) to attend in person

EV Fiesta at the EV Learning Center
2023-09-09 12:00 - 15:00 | 1784 La Costa Meadows Drive, 1784 La Costa Meadows Drive, San Marcos, CA, 92078, United States
Learn more about the EV Learning Center at their Fall EV Fiesta. There will be food, drinks, live music, raffles, vendors, etc. Bring the family (including pets). All EV enthusiasts welcome!
Click HERE TO REGISTER

August 2023 - Clean Cars for All
2023-08-09 18:00 - 20:00 | San Diego Automotive Museum & Zoom, 2080 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, 92101, United States
Affordability has been a major hurdle keeping people from switching to an electric vehicle. A new program can provide you, your neighbor, or a friend with up to $12,000 toward the purchase or lease of an EV. This is in addition to tax credits and rebates.
Come hear about the coming San Diego Clean Cars 4 All Program. Claire Lion and Felix Lopez of GRID Alternatives will explain all the details about eligible zip codes, the income limits, incentive amounts, and eligibility for scrap vehicles. GRID is a non-profit organization that believes in a rapid, equitable transition to a world powered by renewable energy needs to benefit everyone.
The next hurdle buying an EV is finding a way to charge. Claire and Felix will also talk about GRID’s program to use GIS mapping to find sites for EV chargers in underserved areas. This is especially important for new EV owners living in multi-unit housing.
Please RSVP on Meetup (https://www.meetup.com/san-diego-electric-vehicle-association-meetup/events/295272634/) to attend in person
or REGISTER on Zoom (https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUofuuopzgsGteu9nistw3dh6o-i1vlsMFR) to attend remotely.

80eDays Around the World Visit
2023-08-01 18:00 - 20:00 | 1784 La Costa Meadows Drive, 1784 La Costa Meadows Drive, San Marcos, CA, 92078, United States
!! New Date and Place !!
Come join us as Rafael de Mestre stops in San Diego on his latest EV drive around the world.
You think you have experienced range anxiety? Try traveling around the world in an EV! It took 127 days for Rafael to drive it in a Tesla Roadster in 2012. In 2016 he did it again in a Tesla Model S. Some of his accomplishments include:
🏆 Winning the first EV race around the world in a STANDARD all-electric vehicle
🏆 Being the first man to drive ALONE around the world in an electric car
🏆 Making the FASTEST electric vehicle circumnavigation around the world ever (127 days)
🏆 Making the LONGEST drive in a standard electric car (17,574 miles).
Visit 80eDays.com for more of the project’s history and future plans.
This latest trip started in Hamburg, Germany. The Tesla Roadster was transported emission free over the Atlantic Ocean and the drive resumed from Ft. Lauderdale on July 4th. Along the way he has been stopping to meet with Tesla and EV groups and champion EV adoption.
Hear the Story
Come to our joint meeting with the San Diego Tesla Club to hear Raphael share his travel insights and discuss opportunities for EV owners in the coming year. He and his team are experts in roadtrip planning and finding places to charge. We’re sure to hear some interesting stories and learn some great travel tips.
Please RSVP on Meetup (meetup.com/san-diego-electric-vehicle-association-meetup/events/295049300) if you plan to attend.

July 2023 - EV Learning Center BBQ
2023-07-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Electric Vehicle Learning Center, 1784 La Costa Meadows Drive, Suite 106, San Marcos, CA, 92078, United States
The EV Learning Center has invited us to their facility in San Marcos for a BBQ.
In addition to hearing about the EV-LC and its mission, Michael Bream of EV West will talk about how his company salvages parts from wrecked EVs and uses them to convert old ICE cars into EVs. This process means a second life for both EVs and classic cars. Just because an EV is totaled in a wreck doesn’t mean it has no value – batteries, motors, controllers, etc. can be used to convert your favorite ICE car into an EV. Will your car be a donor or a recipient?
Please RSVP on meetup so we can tell the EV Learning Center how many to expect.
Note: Since a BBQ is best enjoyed in person, there will be no Zoom option this month.
