The Electric Auto Association (EAA) is a non-profit educational organization formed in 1967 in San Jose, California to promote the widespread adoption of Electric Vehicles (see our mission statement).
Electric vehicles (EVs) are practical, clean, quiet alternatives to noisy, pollution-spewing gasoline and diesel vehicles.
Electric Vehicles keep our Earth cleaner and help preserve our natural resources.
EVs are a smart and efficient choice for personal transportation. To find out more:
If you like what you see, please show your support by becoming an EAA member. Your membership will support our volunteer efforts to keep the public aware of EV's as a clean, easy, and fun transportation option. EAA Members regularly receive the EAA newsletter Current EVents (CE).
The Spirit of DC
EVADC's own Jerry Asher is driving his PHEV Prius conversion to all 50 states to promote Plug-In Electric Vehicle technology to the masses. His conversion was done by our very own Mike Harvey.
Follow his exciting journey chronicled on the Spirit of DC website. Find out when he's in a town near you!
The DVD of Who Killed the Electric Car? and the book Plug-in Hybrids: The Cars that Will Recharge America are on sale now at www.pluginamerica.com . A portion of each sale benefits Plug In America.
Their prices are as good as any you'll find and you'll be supporting a good cause. Visit www.pluginamerica.com
Interested in Plug-in Hybrids?
The EAA special interest group on Plug-in Hybrids is proud to offer information about plug-in hybrids and more (disccusion groups, mailing list, and instructions). Please visit the home of plug-in hybrids at www.eaa-phev.org.
Who Killed the Electric Car?
The documentary movie "Who Killed the Electric Car?" had its world premiere at the 2006 Sundance Film Festival and has received excellent reviews. Sony Pictures Classics released the picture to theaters nationwide on June 28, 2006. Please see the movie's site for details on openings in your area.
Become active in your community. Let people know that electric cars are possible and that there are people who would be glad to purchase them if they are made available. On this site, you will find several options for how you can join your local chapters, join the EAA and support the Plug-in Partners campaign.
Plug-In Partners has an 8-minute video. Tell your family and friends to watch! The PHEV Video (Recommend download and then play—Warning: 50.4MB) Requires Windows Media Player. Also consider signing their petition.