TDEC OEP, in partnership with the DriveElectricTN (DET) statewide collaborative, has released an updated strategy to guide Tennessee’s electric transportation future. The 2026 Roadmap for Electric Vehicles (EVs) in Tennessee builds on progress since the initial strategy was implemented in 2019, incorporating updated industry data and lessons learned in project implementation to clarify priorities and guide action across Tennessee over the next 10 years.
TDEC OEP and DET will host the informational webinar, “DriveElectricTN Launches 2026 Roadmap,” on June 4 at 1:30 PM Central to overview the 2026 Roadmap. Add the webinar to your calendar by downloading the meeting invitation here, or join the meeting online at the link available here.
The Roadmap includes new and expanded goals for transportation electrification, including a goal to support the deployment of 750,000 light-duty EVs in Tennessee by 2035. The Roadmap not only considers light-duty electrification but also addresses goals and activities for other areas of interest, including medium- and heavy-duty vehicle electrification; infrastructure deployment; and emerging technologies (such as second-life battery use, battery recycling, bi-directional charging, and smart charge management technologies).
The 2026 Roadmap is designed to guide collaborative action that supports continued EV growth. DET encourages involvement among partners and the public through DET membership or direct participation in its working groups and local DET chapters. While the Roadmap provides a long-term framework for priorities surrounding Tennessee’s EV adoption, the identification and completion of work is a dynamic, ongoing effort.
