Buying an Electric Vehicle

How and Where to Charge Your EV

Looking for an EV that suits your needs and fits your lifestyle? There are many out there to choose from and the options continue to expand as the popularity of EVs continues to rise.

EV vs. Hybrid

All electric vehicles and hybrids have their own internal batteries, chargeable with a 120V or 240V outlet. The main difference between an electric vehicle (EV) and a hybrid is that an EV runs completely off battery-power, while a hybrid model is powered by both electricity and gas.

BEV

Battery Electric Vehicle

This is an electric vehicle run 100% by battery. It must be recharged when the battery runs out. The average driving capacity of a fully charged battery is 150-300 miles.

PHEV

Plug-In Electric Vehicle

PHEVs are powered by both a chargeable electric battery and a gasoline or diesel engine.

PHEVs have an electric-only driving rage of 20 to 50 miles with a fully-charged battery before switching to an internal combustion engine.

Choosing an EV

There are new models of EVs available every day. Choose from midsize, minivans, SUVs and even trucks.

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What to consider when evaluating EVs

For Home

The initial purchase price for electric vehicles is typically higher than for gasoline vehicles, but prices are decreasing.
The driving range for electric vehicles continues to improve.
Pennsylvania offers rebates for the purchase of new or used battery electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles.
Not every gas-powered vehicle has an EV equivalent, but the selection is growing.
Earn Optimized EV Charging rewards up to $120 per year after participating during high usage seasons. Learn more.
Our EV Off-Peak Rewards program offers rewards up to $60 per year after participating during high usage seasons. You choose when to charge your vehicle outside of peak-hours. Learn More.

For Business

Electric fleet vehicles cost less to operate and maintain.
Medium-duty electric vehicles should have a lower total cost of ownership than diesel by 2025, according to forecasts.
Heavy-duty electric vehicles are anticipated to have a lower total cost of ownership than diesel starting around 2030.
Charging equipment can attract more customers.

Source: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection