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Introduction to EVs

West Coast Electric Highway

The West Coast Electric Highway is an extensive network of EV fast charging stations located every 25-50 miles along I-5, Hwy 99, and other major roadways in British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, and California. The website includes an alternative fueling station locator map and links to plans and information developed by the state governments and partner organizations.

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Washington Transportation Electrification Strategy

Developed by the Washington EV Council and delivered to the Legislature in February 2024, this comprehensive report includes recommended actions the state can take this year and beyond to ensure the benefits of driving electric vehicles, charging infrastructure, and market incentives are accessible and available to all Washingtonians.

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Local Government Playbook

The Local Government Playbook contains recommendations for how counties, cities, and towns can leverage federal investments in electric vehicle infrastructure. It provides a “checklist” of actions and strategies that local governments can enact now and in the future, including best practices, innovative policy approaches, and lessons from previous charging deployments.

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U.S. Dept. of Energy Alternative Fuels Data Center

The DOE Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC) provides both introductory and advanced information on all major alternative fuels (biodiesel, electricity, ethanol, hydrogen, natural gas, and propane).

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