Skip Navigation
Share on Facebook
Share on SMS
Share on Email
Navigation
News
Back
Local News
Near Me
Local Politics
Nation World
Coronavirus
Artist Spotlight
Heartwarming
Entertainment
Latest News Stories
PAC files ethics complaint against Melissa Vine, Iowa's 3rd Congressional District candidate
Lawsuit alleges Black Hawk County Sheriff's Office improperly collects payments from inmates
Weather
Back
Today's Forecast
Closings and Delays
Interactive Radar
Weather Lab
Latest Weather Stories
LOCAL 5 FORECAST: Hazy sunshine for some, lingering clouds and rain for others
Here are the top overnight rain totals for central Iowa
Sports
VERIFY
Search
Search:
Search
Right Now
Des Moines, IA »
58°
Des Moines, IA »
Weather
Closings
Today's Forecast
WeAreIowa+
Good Morning Iowa
Meet The Team
2024 NFL Draft
Iowa Live
Contact Us
Gas Prices
Contests
Local Politics
Advertise With Us
Weather Lab
TV Schedule
Signal Rescan
Positive News
Breaking News
More (
) »
Local 5 - weareiowa.com | Des Moines Local News & Weather | Des Moines, Iowa
Electric Vehicles
EVs do not rely on diesel generators
Electric Vehicles
No, diesel generators for charging electric vehicles aren't popping up everywhere
A viral post claiming diesel generators for EVs are “popping up everywhere” is false. The EV charging network doesn't rely on diesel or gas generators at all.
Government
No, the Biden administration is not banning gas cars in the U.S.
An EPA proposal would require two-thirds of cars to be electric by 2032, but it won’t ban gas-powered cars entirely like ads airing in multiple states claim.
Electric Vehicles
No, the Biden administration is not banning gas cars in the U.S.
The EPA proposed a rule that would require up to two-thirds of new vehicles sold in the U.S. to be electric by 2032. But the agency is not banning all gas cars.
Electric Vehicles
Yes, some car manufacturers are selling cars without AM radio
Lawmakers and others have expressed outrage that these seven manufacturers are selling electric vehicles without broadcast AM radio.
Electric Vehicles
Yes, electric vehicles lose range in cold weather
The batteries in electric cars drain faster when it’s cold out. Here’s what the research shows.
Electric Vehicles
Yes, electric vehicles lose range in cold weather
The batteries in electric cars drain faster when it’s cold out. Here’s what the research shows.
Electric Vehicles
What you should know about the EV tax credit changes in 2024
The rules for clean vehicle tax credits changed on Jan. 1, 2024. Here’s what we can VERIFY about which EVs are eligible for the credit in the new year.
Electric Vehicles
Yes, firefighters can use the Jaws of Life on electric vehicles
Contrary to claims in multiple social media posts, emergency responders use tools like the Jaws of Life on EVs to safely rescue accident victims after a crash.
Electric Vehicles
Jaws of Life can be used on electric vehicles
Contrary to claims in multiple social media posts, emergency responders use tools like the Jaws of Life on EVs to safely rescue accident victims after a crash.
Electric Vehicles
Here's which electric vehicles are eligible for a tax credit in 2023
The Inflation Reduction Act includes tax credits for electric vehicles, but there are restrictions based on the price of the car and where it’s made.
Electric Vehicles
Not all electric vehicles are eligible for $7,500 Inflation Reduction Act tax credit
The Inflation Reduction Act includes tax credits for electric vehicles, but there are restrictions based on the price of the car and where it’s made.
Before You Leave, Check This Out
WOI would like to send you push notifications about the latest news and weather.
Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings.
No Thanks
Allow