Drive Electric Minnesota
“Accelerating Minnesota’s electric mobility future”
Who We Are
Drive Electric Minnesota accelerates the equitable adoption of electric vehicles by providing trusted information, advocating for smart policies, and building a collaborative and inclusive network that drives education, outreach, and market growth.
2023 Policy wins
We worked together to achieve monumental wins at the Minnesota Legislature, including:
$15.716 million
new/used EV rebates
$13.98 million
EV charger buildout
Learning Center
Whether you’re an individual curious about electric vehicles, a local government interested in adding charging stations, or a fleet looking to electrify, you’ve come to the right place. Drive Electric Minnesota provides resources on all these topics and more.
Individuals
We make it easy to decide whether to buy or lease an electric vehicle by breaking down the information you need: vehicle types, how and where to charge, and ways to save money.
Fleets
We provide you with the resources you need to choose the right electric vehicle(s), purchase or lease, create a charging plan, and ensure a smooth transition.
Communities
Learn how your community can become electric vehicle-ready, find out what other Minnesota cities have done, and get guidance on adding charging stations.
Resource database
If you want to dig deeper, our database categorizes educational resources on electric vehicles across various criteria, allowing you to easily filter resources to your needs.
Become a member
By joining Drive Electric Minnesota as a member, you will become part of a dedicated community that includes all the parts and players in the electric vehicle industry. Gain exclusive access and input, recognition, promotional opportunities, and complimentary attendance at our annual in-person event.
“We value the depth of knowledge and representation in Drive Electric Minnesota and its support and advancement of clean transportation.”
Brian Timerson,
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Catch up on the latest happenings
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Should you still buy an electric vehicle now that the federal tax credit has ended?
What if your next tailgate, lakeside picnic, or DIY project could be powered by…your car? One Minnesota electric vehicle (EV) owner told Minnesota Public Radio (MPR) he once ran amps, lights, and audio equipment for his band for six hours from his car and used less than 3 percent of his battery to do so….
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Revised tool helps EV charging station site hosts examine the impact of taxes and fees
In 2019, the Great Plains Institute (facilitator of Drive Electric Minnesota) examined the factors that impact direct current fast charger (DCFC) revenue and created a calculator built on that research. The research found that DCFC revenue most depends on three key factors: Other factors, such as capital and annual maintenance costs, and revenue from secondary…
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Drive Electric Minnesota Coalition Releases 2026 Policy Platform
Minnesota state legislators reconvened on Tuesday, February 17, for the 2026 legislative session. Drive Electric Minnesota is gearing up to advocate for policies to lower barriers to electrification and provide needed support for the state’s growing electric vehicle (EV) market. For the second year in a row, Minnesota EV advocates are operating in an uncertain…
