MTE's Plugged In

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Some EVs are capable of providing power to your home like a backup generator. This is called bi-directional or 2-way charging. Amy and Brandon break down how that works and the safety concerns it presents to you and first responders if installed incorrectly.

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Episode 11: EV Spotlight - Ford F-150 Lightning

MTE's Hotline Demonstration - What to do if your vehicle is energized during an accident

• https://mte.com/DriveEV — Hub for all things electric vehicles at MTE

• https://mte.com/EVCarClub — MTE-sponsored car club for EV owners and enthusiasts interested in building a community in Middle Tennessee

• https://mte.com/EVReady — $50 incentive for MTE members or homebuilders installing level 2 chargers at their homes

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Many cooperative members express concern about the stress EVs will place on our electric grid. Amy and Brandon discuss this concern and explain how MTE is working to reduce EV adoption's impact on the grid through innovative programs and infrastructure development to ensure our grid remains affordable, reliable and safe.

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Episode 1: Can your electric provider handle the growing power demand of electric vehicles?

Episode 14: MTE launches NiteFlex rate

• https://mte.com/DriveEV — Hub for all things electric vehicles at MTE

• https://mte.com/EVCarClub — MTE-sponsored car club for EV owners and enthusiasts interested in building a community in Middle Tennessee

• https://mte.com/EVReady — $50 incentive for MTE members or homebuilders installing level 2 chargers at their homes

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MTE is excited to launch the new NiteFlex rate for residential members. This rate helps members save money by encouraging them to shift large amounts of energy consumption into overnight hours. MTE's CFO Cindy Layne sits down with Amy and Brandon to discuss the new rate in greater detail including why MTE has created this rate and who would benefit most from participating in it.

Here's some more information you might find helpful to topics we referenced in this episode:

• https://mte.com/DriveEV — Hub for all things electric vehicles at MTE

• https://mte.com/EVCarClub — MTE-sponsored car club for EV owners and enthusiasts interested in building a community in Middle Tennessee

• https://mte.com/EVReady — $50 incentive for MTE members or homebuilders installing level 2 chargers at their homes

Copyright 2026 Middle Tennessee Electric

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In Episode 12, we revisited an interview with Robert White in August of 2021. He had just purchased a first-generation Ford Mach E and gave us his initial reaction and thoughts. We're back to ask about his experience now that he's had it for over a year.

Amy and Brandon discuss what Robert would do differently, what he's learned, and if he wants to purchase the same car again in the future.

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Episode 12

• https://mte_plugged_in.captivate.fm/episode/robert-whites-initial-thoughts-on-his-ford-mach-e

• https://mte.com/DriveEV — Hub for all things electric vehicles at MTE

• https://mte.com/EVCarClub — MTE-sponsored car club for EV owners and enthusiasts interested in building a community in Middle Tennessee

• https://mte.com/EVReady — $50 incentive for MTE members or homebuilders installing level 2 chargers at their homes

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We pulled an interview from a year ago to hear Robert White's initial thoughts on purchasing a first-generation Ford Mach E. As MTE's VP of Member Services & Community Relations, Robert is fully embracing the role MTE has in helping members adopt elective vehicles.

Amy Byers conducted that ride-along as part of our employee newsletter. You'll want to hear his initial thoughts before the next episode because we followed up with him one year later to see what has changed since he bought the car.

Here's some more information you might find helpful to topics we referenced in this episode:

• https://mte.com/DriveEV — Hub for all things electric vehicles at MTE

• https://mte.com/EVCarClub — MTE-sponsored car club for EV owners and enthusiasts interested in building a community in Middle Tennessee

• https://mte.com/EVReady — $50 incentive for MTE members or homebuilders installing level 2 chargers at their homes

Copyright 2026 Middle Tennessee Electric

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The Ford F-150 Lightnings are on the roads now, and many are asking if they are worth it. TJ Lewis and Lee Moore, two EV Car Club members, purchased the trucks and gave us their opinions and first-hand experience. Amy and Brandon dig into what it's like to drive, what features they like, and what potential buyers should consider before purchasing the Ford F-150 Lightning.

Here's some more information you might find helpful to topics we referenced in this episode:

• https://mte.com/DriveEV — Hub for all things electric vehicles at MTE

• https://mte.com/EVCarClub — MTE-sponsored car club for EV owners and enthusiasts interested in building a community in Middle Tennessee

• https://mte.com/EVReady — $50 incentive for MTE members or homebuilders installing level 2 chargers at their homes

Copyright 2026 Middle Tennessee Electric

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Few people enjoy doing their taxes, and even fewer want to dive into the nuts and bolts to understand them. But, Teri Viswanath is one of those people. As CoBank's lead economist in power, energy, and water, Teri has spent hours learning how EV owners and future owners can use the tax incentives to their advantage.

With recent changes regarding EV tax incentives, Amy and Brandon have an extended conversation with her to understand what has changed and how tax incentives could benefit EV owners and buyers.

This conversation has so much information that we decided to leave it altogether. You'll want to listen to this multiple times with a pen and paper to make notes on ways you can take advantage of the new tax incentives.

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Programs or Information Mentioned in this Episode

• Congressional Research Service's Clean Vehicle Tax Incentive Comparison Chart
• IRS Frequently Asked Questions about the Clean Vehicle Credit
• Dept. of Energy Vehicle Cost Calculator

• https://mte.com/DriveEV — Hub for all things electric vehicles at MTE

• https://mte.com/EVCarClub — MTE-sponsored car club for EV owners and enthusiasts interested in building a community in Middle Tennessee

• https://mte.com/EVReady — $50 incentive for MTE members or homebuilders installing level 2 chargers at their homes

Copyright 2026 Middle Tennessee Electric

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Christi Mooring loves sporty cars, big trucks, and driving them fast. She purchased a used 2018 Tesla Model 3 because she wanted something fun to drive. Amy and Brandon discuss her experience purchasing a used EV and what she learned from the process. Christi also gives some tips based on her experience driving in cold weather with her used EV.

Here's some more information you might find helpful to topics we referenced in this episode:

• https://mte.com/DriveEV — Hub for all things electric vehicles at MTE

• https://mte.com/EVCarClub — MTE-sponsored car club for EV owners and enthusiasts interested in building a community in Middle Tennessee

• https://mte.com/EVReady — $50 incentive for MTE members or homebuilders installing level 2 chargers at their homes

Copyright 2026 Middle Tennessee Electric

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Many of our members are choosing to purchase all-electric vehicles. But, there are a lot of questions about EVs like where to buy, how to charge them, and which one is right for me. MTE is helping our members by providing resources and programs to make the transition easier and less intimidating.

Amy and Brandon discuss with Brad Gibson how MTE is helping EV owners as a trusted energy advisor and resource. Following their discussion with Brad, they also explore the resources available at DriveEV.com for members wanting more information.

Here's some more information you might find helpful to topics we referenced in this episode:

• https://mte.com/DriveEV — Hub for all things electric vehicles at MTE

• https://mte.com/EVCarClub — MTE-sponsored car club for EV owners and enthusiasts interested in building a community in Middle Tennessee

• https://mte.com/EVReady — $50 incentive for MTE members or homebuilders installing level 2 chargers at their homes

Copyright 2026 Middle Tennessee Electric

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Are you curious about the Volkswagen ID.4? We were too! Brandon and Amy rode along with Brad Gibson, MTE's Chief Cooperative Business Officer, to discuss why he chose to purchase the ID.4 and hear about his experience with it.

Here's some more information you might find helpful to topics we referenced in this episode:

• https://mte.com/DriveEV — Hub for all things electric vehicles at MTE

• https://mte.com/EVCarClub — MTE-sponsored car club for EV owners and enthusiasts interested in building a community in Middle Tennessee

• https://mte.com/EVReady — $50 incentive for MTE members or homebuilders installing level 2 chargers at their homes

Copyright 2026 Middle Tennessee Electric