Drive Electric Alabama

Ep. 10: Electrifying Experiences: Real Drivers, Real Stories

In our season finale, we dive into the real-world experiences of EV drivers. Our guests share candid stories about their journeys with EVs, covering a variety of topics from dealing with range anxiety to the complexities of planning long trips. They also discuss the challenges and solutions related to public charging stations, the convenience of charging at home, and the overall benefits of driving an EV. Special thanks to Adrian Gonzales, Steve White, Walter Schrading, Brian Dober, Glenda Earwood, Jason Powers, Mary Palmer Rosenault, Bhavesh Patel, John Gavhan, Ralph Cook, Ed Hale, Jeremiah Dillon, Dan Radzietta, John Morton and Minh “Luckie” Nguyen for participating at Pepper Place EVent and for sharing their experience and for driving an EV.  Click to learn more: * Drive Electric Earth Day Event [https://alabamacleanfuels.org/learn-to-kick-the-gas-at-drive-electric-earth-day-event-in-birmingham/] * A Better Route Planner [https://abetterrouteplanner.com/] * Alabama Clean Fuels Coalition (ACFC) [https://alabamacleanfuels.org/] * Alabama Power's EV Home Charger Rebate [https://www.alabamapower.com/residential/save-money-and-energy/energy-saving-products/electric-vehicles/ev-home-charger-rebate.html?cid=web_podcast_dea-podcast_episode-10] * Alabama Power's EV Night Charging Discount [https://www.alabamapower.com/residential/save-money-and-energy/energy-saving-products/electric-vehicles/ev-rate-program.html?cid=web_podcast_dea-podcast_episode-10] * Alabama Power's Make Ready Program [https://www.alabamapower.com/business/business-customers-and-services/electric-transportation-business-programs/make-ready-program.html?cid=web_podcast_dea-podcast_episode-10] * AlabamaPower.com/EV [https://www.alabamapower.com/residential/save-money-and-energy/energy-saving-products/electric-vehicles.html?cid=web_podcast_dea-podcast_episode-10] Meet the host:   * Host: Cedric Daniels [https://www.linkedin.com/in/cedric-daniels-ba004311/]      If you have a question or comment for the podcast, send an email to info@driveelectricalabama.com [info@driveelectricalabama.com] You can learn more about the “Drive Electric Alabama” podcast here [https://www.alabamapower.com/residential/save-money-and-energy/energy-saving-products/electric-vehicles.html] and please consider subscribing to the podcast on your player of choice.

Ep. 9: Commercial EVs

The EV transition is moving beyond the personal automobile. In Fact, EVs are making great strides in the commercial vehicle space. In this episode we talk about the current state of commercial EV fleets and what lies ahead. Click to learn more: * AutoCar Trucks [https://www.autocartruck.com/] * Transportation South [https://www.thebuscenter.com/birmingham-pelham-al-new-and-used-buses-dealers/] * EPA Funding [https://www.epa.gov/cleanschoolbus] * Alabama Power’s EV Home Charger Rebate [https://www.alabamapower.com/residential/save-money-and-energy/energy-saving-products/electric-vehicles/ev-home-charger-rebate.html?cid=web_podcast_dea-podcast_episode-9] * Alabama Power’s EV Night Charging Discount [https://www.alabamapower.com/residential/save-money-and-energy/energy-saving-products/electric-vehicles/ev-rate-program.html?cid=web_podcast_dea-podcast_episode-9] * Alabama Power’s Make Ready Program [https://www.alabamapower.com/business/business-customers-and-services/electric-transportation-business-programs/make-ready-program.html?cid=web_podcast_dea-podcast_episode-9] * AlabamaPower.com/EV [https://www.alabamapower.com/residential/save-money-and-energy/energy-saving-products/electric-vehicles.html?cid=web_podcast_dea-podcast_episode-9] Meet the guests and host:   * Dion van Leeve, VP Engineering Commercial Vehicles, AutoCar Trucks [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dion-van-leeve-03057a1b/] * David Nethercut, EV Program Manager, Transportation South [https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-nethercut-698510296/] * Host: Cedric Daniels [https://www.linkedin.com/in/cedric-daniels-ba004311/] If you have a question or comment for the podcast, send an email to info@driveelectricalabama.com [info@driveelectricalabama.com] You can learn more about the “Drive Electric Alabama” podcast here [https://www.alabamapower.com/residential/save-money-and-energy/energy-saving-products/electric-vehicles.html] and please consider subscribing to the podcast on your player of choice.

Ep. 8: Jobs, Jobs, and More EV Jobs

Over the past 20+ years, Alabama has become one of the top auto manufacturers in the country. In this episode we talk about how the EV industry is impacting the current EV market and creating new EV related opportunities.  * Click to learn more: * Alabama Department of Commerce [https://www.madeinalabama.com/] * Alabama Clean Fuels Coalition (ACFC) [https://alabamacleanfuels.org/] * Alabama Mobility and Power Center [https://ati.ua.edu/tag/alabama-mobility-and-power-center/] * MOBIS [https://mobisna.com/] * Amazing Alabama [https://www.amazingalabama.com/] * Growing Alabama [https://www.revenue.alabama.gov/tax-incentives/growing-alabama-credit/] * SEEDS Program [https://governor.alabama.gov/newsroom/2024/02/governor-ivey-announces-30-million-in-initial-seeds-grants-to-accelerate-development-of-industrial-sites-across-alabama/] * Alabama Power’s EV Home Charger Rebate [https://www.alabamapower.com/residential/save-money-and-energy/energy-saving-products/electric-vehicles/ev-home-charger-rebate.html?cid=web_podcast_dea-podcast_episode-8] * Alabama Power’s EV Night Charging Discount [https://www.alabamapower.com/residential/save-money-and-energy/energy-saving-products/electric-vehicles/ev-rate-program.html?cid=web_podcast_dea-podcast_episode-8] * Alabama Power’s Make Ready Program [https://www.alabamapower.com/business/business-customers-and-services/electric-transportation-business-programs/make-ready-program.html?cid=web_podcast_dea-podcast_episode-8] * AlabamaPower.com/EV [https://www.alabamapower.com/residential/save-money-and-energy/energy-saving-products/electric-vehicles.html?cid=web_podcast_dea-podcast_episode-8] Meet the guests and host:   * Ellen McNair, Secretary, Alabama Department of Commerce * Greg Canfield, Former Secretary, Alabama Department of Commerce [https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregcanfield/] * Blair King, Business Development Director, Alabama Power [https://www.linkedin.com/in/blair-king-5666501b/] * Host: Michael Staley [https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-staley-33721373/]    If you have a question or comment for the podcast, send an email to info@driveelectricalabama.com [info@driveelectricalabama.com] You can learn more about the “Drive Electric Alabama” podcast here [https://www.alabamapower.com/residential/save-money-and-energy/energy-saving-products/electric-vehicles.html] and please consider subscribing to the podcast on your player of choice.

Ep. 7: Show Me the EV Battery

In this episode, we discuss the recently established partnership between The University of Alabama, Alabama Power Company and Mercedes-Benz U.S. International Inc. to form the Alabama Mobility and Power Center (AMP). AMP is a research center created to meet the needs of the emerging electric vehicle market in Alabama. We will talk about the domestic battery industry, the domestic battery research hub, battery management system research and more.  * Alabama Mobility and Power Center [https://ati.ua.edu/tag/alabama-mobility-and-power-center/] * Battery Workforce Challenge [https://avtcseries.org/about-the-battery-workforce-challenge/] * Alabama Graphite [https://westwaterresources.net/projects/graphite/coosa-graphite-project/] * Alabama Clean Fuels Coalition (ACFC) [https://alabamacleanfuels.org/] * Alabama Power’s EV Home Charger Rebate [https://www.alabamapower.com/residential/save-money-and-energy/energy-saving-products/electric-vehicles/ev-home-charger-rebate.html?cid=web_podcast_dea-podcast_episode-7] * Alabama Power’s EV Night Charging Discount [https://www.alabamapower.com/residential/save-money-and-energy/energy-saving-products/electric-vehicles/ev-rate-program.html?cid=web_podcast_dea-podcast_episode-7] * Alabama Power’s Make Ready Program [https://www.alabamapower.com/business/business-customers-and-services/electric-transportation-business-programs/make-ready-program.html?cid=web_podcast_dea-podcast_episode-7] * AlabamaPower.com/EV [https://www.alabamapower.com/residential/save-money-and-energy/energy-saving-products/electric-vehicles.html?cid=web_podcast_dea-podcast_episode-7] Meet the guest and host:   * Mike Oatridge, Executive Director, Alabama Mobility and Power Center [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-oatridge-a24b82255/] * Host: Cedric Daniels [https://www.linkedin.com/in/cedric-daniels-ba004311/]     If you have a question or comment for the podcast, send an email to info@driveelectricalabama.com [info@driveelectricalabama.com] You can learn more about the “Drive Electric Alabama” podcast here [https://www.alabamapower.com/residential/save-money-and-energy/energy-saving-products/electric-vehicles.html] and please consider subscribing to the podcast on your player of choice.

Ep. 6: EV Auto Dealers & Auto Manufacturers

The EV transition is happening around the world and even in Alabama. In this episode, we talk to an auto dealer about how EVs have changed his business. In addition, we talk to a representative from the Alabama Auto Manufacturers Association on how the manufacturers work together to help make and sell EVs in the state.  Click to learn more: * Town & Country Ford [https://www.alabamaford.com/] * Alabama Automotive Manufacturers Association [https://www.automotivealabama.org/] * Fuel Economy [http://Fueleconomy.gov] * Edmunds [https://www.edmunds.com/sell-car/?emoSearch=true&utm_medium=sem&utm_source=google&utm_account=appraisals&utm_campaign=pmax_appraisals_general&utm_adgroup=&utm_term=&utm_device=c&utm_matchtype=&utm_targetid=&utm_locinterest=&utm_locphysical=9052156&utm_keyword=&utm_content=_x&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwltKxBhDMARIsAG8KnqUMA4oKefOGx06w8ZEbWgsfcxr9MyagKPbHneSDSwTxfuRRqozmX_IaApdWEALw_wcB] * Southern Automotive Quality Summit [https://www.automotivealabama.org/southern-automotive-quality-summit-2024/] * 2024 EV Summit [https://www.automotivealabama.org/southern-automotive-conference/] * AAMA Board Members [https://www.automotivealabama.org/board-members/] * Alabama Clean Fuels Coalition (ACFC) [https://alabamacleanfuels.org/] * Alabama Power’s EV Home Charger Rebate [https://www.alabamapower.com/residential/save-money-and-energy/energy-saving-products/electric-vehicles/ev-home-charger-rebate.html?cid=web_podcast_dea-podcast_episode-6] * Alabama Power’s EV Night Charging Discount [https://www.alabamapower.com/residential/save-money-and-energy/energy-saving-products/electric-vehicles/ev-rate-program.html?cid=web_podcast_dea-podcast_episode-6] * Alabama Power’s Make Ready Program [https://www.alabamapower.com/business/business-customers-and-services/electric-transportation-business-programs/make-ready-program.html?cid=web_podcast_dea-podcast_episode-6] * AlabamaPower.com/EV [https://www.alabamapower.com/residential/save-money-and-energy/energy-saving-products/electric-vehicles.html?cid=web_podcast_dea-podcast_episode-6] Guests and host:   * Mitchell Watts, VP and Co-Owner, Town & Country Ford [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchellwatts/] * Ron Davis, President and CEO, AAMA [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-davis-627004a1/] * Host: Cedric Daniels [https://www.linkedin.com/in/cedric-daniels-ba004311/] If you have a question or comment for the podcast, send an email to info@driveelectricalabama.com [info@driveelectricalabama.com] You can learn more about the “Drive Electric Alabama” podcast here [https://www.alabamapower.com/residential/save-money-and-energy/energy-saving-products/electric-vehicles.html] and please consider subscribing to the podcast on your player of choice.