Dec 11: Webinar: How EVs and the Grid Work Together

How EVs and the Grid Work Together: Electric car charging with power lines in background.

Electric vehicles don’t just draw power—they can help strengthen the electric grid. In this webinar, we’ll explore how EV adoption, smart charging, and emerging technologies are creating new opportunities to improve grid reliability, flexibility, and long-term resilience. Join Plug-In KC for a clear, fact-based conversation about the real relationship between EVs and the grid, and what an electrified future means for communities and consumers.

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Road Tripping to the Rockies in an EV

Road Tripping to the Rockies in an EV

Taking your electric vehicle on its first road trip can feel like a leap of faith—especially when charging stops replace gas stations and route planning takes on new meaning. But as Kansas City driver Aaron Twombly discovered, a little planning goes a long way. Their recent drive to Rocky Mountain National Park proved that electric vehicle travel is not only possible, but comfortable, convenient, and even fun.

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E.T. & EVs Night at the Drive-In

E.T. and EVs Night at the Drive-In

ALL VEHICLES WELCOME – NOT JUST EVS! Join us for E.T. and EV Night at the Drive-In! Stroll through a showcase of electric vehicles, enjoy wood-fired pizza and Reese’s Pieces, then settle in for a nostalgic screening of E.T. under the stars. From 6:30 to sunset, explore a variety of electric vehicle models on display. Ask actual…

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Aug 16: Summer EVenture EV Road Rally

Summer EVenture EV Road Trip

THIS EVENT HAS PASSED. Watch a video recap of our exciting road trip below! Join Plug-In KC for Summer EVenture, a thrilling EV Road Trip this summer as EV drivers from across the region hit the open road — from Kansas City, KS to the IONNA Rechargery in Abilene. This is more than just a…

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Myth 4: EV’s are Heavy

Welcome back to Myth-busting May, where today we are going to bust the myth that EV’s are heavy or much heavier than gasoline powered vehicles.

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Myth 3: EVs are bad for the environment

Myth 3: EVs are bad for the environment

You’ve probably heard the argument: “EVs are no better than gasoline cars” – and some argue that they are even worse for the environment. They cite the burning of coal for electricity and the use of critical minerals for EV batteries. But what are the facts?

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Myth 2: EVs in cold weather

Myth 2: EVs in cold weather

While it is true that EV batteries only operate at about 80% of their capacity when the temperatures are bitterly cold, they do still work. In fact, ALL cars lose range in colder weather.

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