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I currently use the downtown chargers, and, they’re getting near capacity at my
preferred garage. A big thanks to Brian for being on top of it and getting
ahead of it.
Also, a friendly reminder to those that ever come to or are in Knoxville, the
Market Square, State Street, and Civic Auditorium garages have free charging
(J1772) and are free to park in after 6pm and on weekends. Additionally several
parks and Ijams also have free charging.
From the article:
There are now 21 public charging ports; in another year, that number will more
than double to 45, with most of the new ports going into downtown parking
garages and City parks.
“It’s easy to visualize plugging in at your house,” said Sustainability
Director Brian Blackmon. “I’ve heard from the Mayor’s Climate Council and our
residents that lack of charging at off-street parking can make buying an EV
seem impractical for residents downtown and in our denser neighborhoods. Access
to charging options shouldn’t be a determining factor in whether someone buys
an electric vehicle.
“Adding charging amenities in parks and downtown garages has been an effective
way for us to deploy near our residents’ homes, allow people to top off their
car while stretching their legs, and provide a service for out-of-town visitors
planning a trip to catch a game or show.
“Our goal is to someday make charging stations as ubiquitous as gas stations
are now.”
https://www.knoxvilletn.gov/news/2021/kincannon_budget__funding_committed_to_fight_clima?fbclid=IwAR2xg1f3gBhneJTclSIjshFctCsdnWq7BLpDj1I0YiR1-RE0rajPL34n5Hc
