Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs, commonly known as EVs) — powered solely by electricity, BEVs have zero emissions, meaning they don’t produce tailpipe emissions.
Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) — run on either electricity or gasoline. PHEVs have reduced emissions. They have zero emissions when operating in electric mode, but produce tailpipe emissions when operating in gas mode.
Hydrogen Fuel-Cell Vehicles (FCEVs) — use hydrogen gas to generate electricity that powers an electric motor. FCEVs have zero emission; they produce only water vapor (no harmful tailpipe emissions).
Some incentives require you to apply and be approved before purchase or lease.
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Many EVs come with a Level 1 charger that can simply be plugged into a regular home outlet. You can also upgrade to a Level 2 charger for a faster charge. A Level 2 charger requires the same type of outlet used for washing machines and ovens and can be easily installed by an electrician.
If you plan to charge often at home, compare your current electricity rate with other options and choose the one that’s best for you. Rates apply to your household’s entire electricity usage, not only your EV charging. Compare your options by logging into your PG&E online account or calling PG&E at (866) 743-0335.
There are a lot of public charging options, with more opening every week. Use the PlugShare map below to locate EV chargers near you or along your route.
Owning an EV is often less expensive to operate than a gas-fueled car when combined with rebates and incentives, along with the cost of fuel and maintenance. Depending on your eligibility, you could receive thousands of dollars — even more if you trade in an older vehicle. Used EVs may cost even less if you qualify for income-based incentives.
Gas-car drivers pay twice as much for fuel. You can save over $650 each year by driving an EV, plus EVs don’t require the kind of regular maintenance that gas cars need.
Full-battery EVs have a range of up to 300–400 miles and plug-in hybrid EVs (electric and gas) have electrically powered ranges up to 126 miles, with any travel beyond this range fueled by gas. These mileage ranges are more than enough for the average Bay Area commute of 23 miles roundtrip. There’s also a national network of EV chargers that will allow you to drive almost anywhere on electricity.
EVs typically come with a Level 1 charger that can be plugged into the same 120V outlet that you use to charge your everyday appliances and devices. Learn more about charging an EV at home.
Yes and yes. EVs undergo the same rigorous safety tests as traditional gas-fueled cars, with additional standards for battery safety.
Replacing a gas-fueled car with an EV and charging up with MCE’s Deep Green 100% renewable electricity provides an 82% reduction in emissions! This comparison includes vehicle manufacturing, battery manufacturing, gas/electricity production and consumption, and maintenance.
MCE offers many opportunities for you to save money while protecting the environment. Explore and learn more.
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