/tags/electric-cars Electric Cars en-US Copyright KUNC/Community Radio for Northern Colorado 2020 Fri, 20 Dec 2024 20:26:50 GMT /news/2024-12-20/the-catch-up-universal-pre-k-applications-expanding-ev-charging-stations-and-usps-concerns The Catch Up helps you stay up to date on all things impacting Coloradans. The weekly article highlights the biggest stories from our newscasts through each week. Fri, 20 Dec 2024 20:26:50 GMT /news/2024-12-20/the-catch-up-universal-pre-k-applications-expanding-ev-charging-stations-and-usps-concerns /news/2024-12-19/lakewood-could-be-the-latest-colorado-city-to-hit-the-brakes-on-more-gas-stations Proposed new zoning restrictions in Lakewood could limit the number of gas stations and car washes in the city. City leaders are set to vote on the amendment next monthl. Thu, 19 Dec 2024 13:00:00 GMT /news/2024-12-19/lakewood-could-be-the-latest-colorado-city-to-hit-the-brakes-on-more-gas-stations Alex Murphy /news/2024-06-15/thefts-of-charging-cables-pose-yet-another-obstacle-to-appeal-of-electric-vehicles Across the U.S., thieves have been targeting electric-vehicle charging stations, intent on stealing the cables, which contain copper wiring. Sat, 15 Jun 2024 11:40:00 GMT /news/2024-06-15/thefts-of-charging-cables-pose-yet-another-obstacle-to-appeal-of-electric-vehicles Tom Krisher, Associated Press /news/2024-04-06/women-could-drive-the-electric-vehicle-revolution-whats-stopping-them A century ago, an electric vehicle made in Colorado was a hit with women. But these days, females are hesitant to buy EVs. H2O Radio's Frani Halperin reports on what automakers could learn by studying the past. Sat, 06 Apr 2024 12:05:00 GMT /news/2024-04-06/women-could-drive-the-electric-vehicle-revolution-whats-stopping-them Frani Halperin, H2O Media /news/2024-01-15/for-consumers-shopping-for-an-ev-new-rules-mean-fewer-models-qualify-for-a-tax-credit U.S. consumers looking to get a tax credit on an electric vehicle purchase will have fewer models to choose from under new rules that limit the countries where automakers can buy battery parts and minerals. Only 11 of the more than 50 EVs on sale in the U.S. are eligible for the credits so far this year. Mon, 15 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT /news/2024-01-15/for-consumers-shopping-for-an-ev-new-rules-mean-fewer-models-qualify-for-a-tax-credit Alexa St. John, Associated Press /news/2024-01-09/electric-vehicle-conversion-business-fell-on-tough-times-after-over-a-decade-of-success The Loveland-based Lighting eMotors told the federal Securities and Exchange Commission last month it plans to sell its remaining assets with the proceeds going to creditors. Tue, 09 Jan 2024 20:55:34 GMT /news/2024-01-09/electric-vehicle-conversion-business-fell-on-tough-times-after-over-a-decade-of-success Michael Lyle /2023-12-07/mountain-west-counties-highest-rates-electric-vehicle-use New data shows parts of the Mountain West region have some of America’s highest rates of electric vehicle use – and some of the lowest. Mon, 11 Dec 2023 15:49:23 GMT /2023-12-07/mountain-west-counties-highest-rates-electric-vehicle-use Kaleb Roedel /news/2023-08-30/new-state-program-will-pay-coloradans-who-trade-in-gas-guzzlers-for-greener-rides Colorado will pay up to $6,000 to residents who exchange their old, gas-powered cars for electric vehicles. Applications for the new program open this week. Wed, 30 Aug 2023 21:49:18 GMT /news/2023-08-30/new-state-program-will-pay-coloradans-who-trade-in-gas-guzzlers-for-greener-rides Lucas Brady Woods /news/2023-08-29/news-brief-with-the-colorado-sun-new-ev-cash-for-clunkers-rebates-and-how-you-can-help-save-pikas The Colorado Sun co-founder and editor Larry Ryckman joined us to discuss an electric vehicle “cash for clunkers” program and how citizen scientists are helping save adorable wildlife. Tue, 29 Aug 2023 19:54:13 GMT /news/2023-08-29/news-brief-with-the-colorado-sun-new-ev-cash-for-clunkers-rebates-and-how-you-can-help-save-pikas Nikole Robinson Carroll /news/2023-07-10/bid-to-build-electric-vehicle-chargers-sparks-opposition-from-private-sector In its second plan on electric vehicles filed with regulators, Xcel Energy proposes spending $145 million to build a public charging network over the next three years in addition to offering rebates and other programs. Mon, 10 Jul 2023 16:08:13 GMT /news/2023-07-10/bid-to-build-electric-vehicle-chargers-sparks-opposition-from-private-sector Judith Kohler, The Denver Post