Get started with electric vehicles

Plug-in electric vehicles typically have a lower total cost of ownership and, in particular, lower maintenance costs. This is because they have fewer moving parts, reduced oil changes (or none for a full electric) and fewer brake jobs—battery regeneration absorbs most of the energy. Hybrids and plug-in electric vehicles can go 100,000 miles before receiving a brake job.

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They will probably be recycled, but PG&E and others are researching second-life applications.

Visit the Center for Sustainable Energy to see what others are doing

Yes, public charging stations are located in supermarket parking lots, city garages, gas stations and many other locations across the country. Some public charging stations are free and others require a fee or membership.

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EV Calculator - Charging station locator

Use the EV Savings Calculator’s interactive map to plan your trip. It includes the location and status of chargers throughout North America.

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• Lower operational costs: The estimated cost of electricity needed to power a plug-in electric vehicle is about one-third of the cost of gasoline.
• Lower maintenance costs: The electrical components of plug-in electric vehicles require little to no regular maintenance due to far less moving parts. In hybrids, this leads to less wear and tear of gasoline components.
• Rebates and tax credits: Many government agencies and local and regional entities offer rebates and tax credits, upwards of $7,500, to encourage the adoption of plug-in electric vehicles.

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Use the following tools to learn more about EVs, their incentives and where to charge them. Note that several of the tools are specific to EV fleets.

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Decide which rate makes sense for you. Learn about the different rate plans available to EV owners.

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