Understanding EVs

A federal tax rebate of $7,500 is available on most EV models. Depending on where you live, state and
local rebates and incentives may also be available. Check with your sales associate to find out if the
model is eligible for rebates and incentives.

Other advantages of owning an EV include:

• Eligible EVs may also qualify for HOV lane access, which are normally restricted to vehicles
  with multiple passengers.
• Many electric companies offer lower rates based on the time of use. With EVs, you can save money
  by charging during off-peak times.
• If you’re able to charge from work or home, there’s usually no need to stop to refuel like you
  would in a gas-powered vehicle.
• EVs produce zero tail-pipe emissions, resulting in cleaner air and better health.

This will vary depending on the local price of electricity and gas and where you are charging (at home or
public charger), but most EV owners can expect to save on fuel costs. A recent Consumer Reports study
found the “typical EV owner who does most of their fueling at home can expect to save an average of $800
to $1,000 a year on fuel costs over an equivalent gasoline-powered car.”

Source: Benjamin Preston. October 08, 2020. EVs Offer Big Savings Over Traditional Gas-Powered Cars.

https://www.consumerreports.org/hybrids-evs/evs-offer-big-savings-over-traditional-gas-powered-cars/

Gas-powered vehicles offer a range of 300-400mi. Battery electric vehicles offer a median range of 250mi.
For EV owners who charge at home, this is more than enough for daily use. For longer drives beyond the
range of your vehicle, check a public charger map for charger availability along your route.

• • Level 1 chargers use a standard household outlet and charge about 2-5 miles of range per hour,
    making Level 1 a good choice for plugin hybrid vehicles, but not battery electric vehicles.

• • Level 2 chargers can be installed at your home by a professional electrician and charge about 10-20
    miles of range per hour. A good choice for any EV when charging overnight or all day is possible.

• Level 3 fast chargers are the most efficient and can be found at commercial locations. Level 3 can
  charge about 60-80 miles of range in about 20 minutes, making it a good choice for any EV when a
  quick charge is needed on the go.

Yes, Level 1 and Level 2 chargers can be used at home. In fact, the standard 120V outlet supports a Level
1 charger. Level 2 chargers require 240V and can be installed by a licensed electrician. If you do not
own your home, you may need to work with your property owner to install a Level 2 charger.

Most batteries will last between 100,000 and 200,000 miles when properly cared for. With battery
technology continually advancing, that number should continue to increase.