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16 stories tagged with "Road Trips"
Delhi Mom Drives 800km to Kashmir With Toddler, Loves It
Acts of Kindness•2d ago

Delhi Mom Drives 800km to Kashmir With Toddler, Loves It

A Delhi family worried their toddler couldn't handle an 800-kilometer road trip to Kashmir. Their daughter ended up being the most curious traveler in the car, asking questions about tunnels, animals, and mountains the entire way.

The Better India•3 min read
U.S. EV Road Trips Get Easier With Charging Boom
Solutions•Aug 19

U.S. EV Road Trips Get Easier With Charging Boom

Electric vehicle owners can now take road trips with confidence as charging stations expand rapidly across America. Eight automakers are backing new stations with restrooms and refreshments along major highways.

Google News - Electric Vehicle•2 min read
EV Charging Network Hits 300 Locations Across 40 States
Planet Wins•Aug 6

EV Charging Network Hits 300 Locations Across 40 States

A new electric vehicle charging network has reached 300 locations with 1,300 fast-charging stalls spanning 40 states, making coast-to-coast EV travel more accessible than ever. The partnership between Pilot Company, General Motors, and EVgo is already halfway to its goal of 2,000 charging stalls nationwide.

Planet Wins Desk•2 min read
EV Charging Network Reaches 300 Locations in 40 States
Planet Wins•Aug 5

EV Charging Network Reaches 300 Locations in 40 States

Road trips just got easier for electric vehicle drivers as America's largest travel center chain hits a major charging milestone. The network now covers three-quarters of the continental U.S.

Planet Wins Desk•2 min read
Europe's Best Islands for Stress-Free Road Trips Revealed
Global News•Aug 1

Europe's Best Islands for Stress-Free Road Trips Revealed

A new study identifies the most scenic, secluded, and relaxing island road trips across Europe. From Croatia's easy coastal routes to Spain's hidden volcanic gems, these destinations prove adventure doesn't have to mean stress.

Euronews•2 min read
Pilot Hits 300 EV Charging Stations Across America
Innovation•Jul 23

Pilot Hits 300 EV Charging Stations Across America

Electric vehicle road trips just got a whole lot easier. A major travel center chain is bringing fast chargers to the same comfortable pit stops gas drivers have trusted for decades.

Google News - Electric Vehicle•2 min read
Pilot Flying J Hits 300 EV Charging Locations Nationwide
Solutions•Jul 20

Pilot Flying J Hits 300 EV Charging Locations Nationwide

The truck stop chain now offers electric vehicle charging at over 300 locations across North America, with 50 new sites added this year alone. Road trippers can now cruise cross-country without worrying about running out of juice.

Google News - Electric Vehicle•2 min read
EV Charging Improves 10% as Network Doubles Since 2023
Solutions•Jul 18

EV Charging Improves 10% as Network Doubles Since 2023

A 600-mile road trip reveals what many drivers don't know yet: electric vehicle charging has transformed from frustrating to flawless in just three years. Twice as many chargers, 10% better reliability, and zero waiting make range anxiety a thing of the past.

TechCrunch•3 min read
Why Americans Think a 3-Hour Drive Is Actually Short
Daily Mix•Jul 5

Why Americans Think a 3-Hour Drive Is Actually Short

A British Redditor couldn't believe Americans consider three-hour drives routine, sparking a fascinating conversation about how geography shapes our everyday lives. The answers reveal how distance means something completely different depending on which side of the Atlantic you call home.

Upworthy•3 min read
Family Drives 9,000 Miles in Electric Truck Towing Camper
Videos•Jun 19

Family Drives 9,000 Miles in Electric Truck Towing Camper

A family just proved electric trucks can handle serious road trips, hauling a 7,000-pound camper through 21 states, 7 national parks, and extreme weather without breaking a sweat. The catch? You need a big battery to make it work.

CleanTechnica•2 min read
Electric Road Trips Now Easier with 288,000 US Chargers
Planet Wins•Jun 15

Electric Road Trips Now Easier with 288,000 US Chargers

America's electric vehicle charging network has exploded to nearly 288,000 ports across 95,000 locations, making EV road trips more practical than ever. With fast chargers every 50 miles on major highways and savings of up to 50% per mile compared to gas, families are discovering that electric adventures might actually be better than traditional road trips.

Google News - Electric Vehicle•3 min read
EVs Save Summer Road Trippers $2,000 Yearly on Gas
Planet Wins•May 20

EVs Save Summer Road Trippers $2,000 Yearly on Gas

Electric vehicle drivers are discovering a game-changing way to beat high gas prices this summer. The savings add up to more than $2,000 per year, making road trips affordable again.

Google News - Electric Vehicle•2 min read