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What I’ve been building with Electric Life
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I’m John Dixon, founder of Electric Life.
I was also the founder and President of the Tesla Owners Club of Ontario and a former director of The EV Society, and I’ve spent years working in the automotive world.
Through videos, practical tools and school presentations, I help people make sense of electric vehicles, home electrification and clean energy.
Whether you already drive an EV, are considering one or are simply curious about home electrification, I hope you’ll find something useful here. And if someone you know has questions, please feel free to pass this along.
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Electric Life is the next chapter. It began with EVs, but it has grown beyond one make or model. It now covers the cars we drive, the energy we use at home and everyday choices such as induction cooking, heat pumps, battery storage, electric lawn equipment, home electrification & clean tech.
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The EV Cost Calculator
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I built this calculator so people can compare an EV and a gas vehicle using their own driving, fuel, electricity, purchase and maintenance assumptions. Changing the numbers lets you see what actually changes in the answer.
Try the EV Cost Calculator →
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SCHOOL EDUCATION
Starting with the next generation
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Why should we reach kids early?
Recently I presented an education program to a local Grade 5/6 class with a great response. It can be adapted for younger and older students. The principle is the same: start early, before habits and assumptions are set. Give students clear, balanced information so they can ask good questions, compare choices and make up their own minds.
Kids also bring these conversations home. When a parent asks what they learned at school that day, a discussion about EVs, induction cooking or heat pumps can lead to a broader family conversation about choices they may eventually make at home. It also gives students a basic understanding they can draw on when they begin making these decisions for themselves later in life.
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What the program covers
• How gas and electric vehicles work
• Charging, batteries and the power grid
• Induction cooking, heat pumps and home energy
• Electric lawn equipment, solar and storage
• Skilled trades, technology and future careers
Ask about a school or community presentation →
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WATCH AND SHARE
Owner stories, explainers and short videos
On YouTube, I’ve talked with real EV owners about what their vehicles are actually like to live with. The stories now include Hyundai, Fisker, Rivian, Tesla, Subaru and others. One IONIQ 5 owner story has already passed 16,000 views! Facebook and Instagram short reels cover range, battery life, charging costs, EV fires, heat pumps and induction cooking. The aim is useful information people will watch and share.
One small favour: as they say, please like, subscribe and share →
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RECENT UPDATE
Home charging rewards
I recently released a video on programs that pay eligible Canadian EV drivers for charging at home. I covered where the money comes from, what to check before changing a charger, and why the highest advertised rate may not be the best deal for every household.
Compare programs at ChargeClub.ca
Hypercharge Home Club: code ELECTRICLIFE50 takes $50 off the deposit through November 30 or the first 50 orders. I receive a small referral fee on a completed eligible order, which helps fund Electric Life.
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Charging my IONIQ 9 at home
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What may be next
I’m working with EV Trust Seal, which is a program designed to give EV owners clearer information about battery health. This should be especially valuable when buying or selling. I’m still testing the details, so I’ll share more when there is something concrete to report. I have lots more ideas so stay tuned.
If you have any other suggestions let me know.
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A sincere thank you
Over 13 years ago I started this journey with the Tesla community. It brought many friendships, lively conversations and the chance to learn alongside thousands of people who were curious about a very different kind of car. I’m grateful for those years. I hope you’ll follow along with me on my next journey.
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