November 19, 2025: DET Bi-weekly Newsletter

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Newsletter Snapshot:

Giving Tuesday Campaign: Drive Electric TN is participating in Giving Tuesday on December 2!
Upcoming Event:
November 20 CDE Lightband EV Ride & Drive in Clarksville, TN from 3:00 - 6:00pm Central
Chill Holiday Ride: December 20 at 4630 Holston Drive, Knoxville, TN 37914 at 5:00pm Eastern. Enjoy free food, test ride an e-bike, and learn more about micromobility in Knoxville.
DET Project Highlight: take the short BE SAFE p roje ct survey to provide input on e-micromobility use and safety concerns - survey closes November 21!
EV News:
Article Highlight: The Fastest-Selling Cars in America Are Used EVs

Upcoming Events!

Click here to register for free

Join us on November 20th at CDE Lightband's office at 2021 Wilma Rudolph Blvd. for an Electric Vehicle (EV) Ride and Drive Event! Connect with EV owners, dealers, and local organizations to learn more about EVs, take a ride, or even test drive one yourself!

Chill Holiday Ride hosted by Kickstand Knoxville will be held on December 20!

Ride from Kickstand (4630 Holston Drive, Knoxville, TN 37914) to MUSE at 5:00pm Eastern. Arriving by 4:45 at Kickstand is recommended.

The event will include free refreshments at the MUSE and test rides on electric bikes with East TN Clean Fuels!

Building E-Micromobility Safety and Awareness Focused Educational (BE SAFE) Materials is a project funding by the National Renewable Energy Lab.

We are currently seeking input as we research safety concerns community members and stakeholders have about e-micromobility options.

Please take the short survey to help guide the safety and awareness materials generated through this project:

bit.ly/BESAFE-Survey

The Fastest-Selling Cars in America Are Used EVs

Pre-owned electric cars and trucks in America are now almost as cheap as used gas-powered vehicles, on average, and are selling even faster.

Yard Tractors Lead the Charge in Fleet Electrification - ACT News

With thousands of units now operating, leading OEMs and fleets say the technology has matured from early trials into mainstream operations.

The facts about EV fire safety - Plug In America

Diving into the data, science, and guidance around EV fires, concluding that EVs are safe and their technology is always improving.

Driving Electric in Tennessee Just Got Easier

Marty Ivy knows that when it comes to the energy industry, innovative partnerships and technology help prepare everyone for the unexpected. Leading Mayfield Electric and Water System as General Superintendent, Marty has overcome his community's fair share of devastating weather events. His experienced leadership has allowed him to place an emphasis on technological diversity and preparedness.