The Federal EV Charger Tax Credit: What You Need To Know

Understanding the incentives of purchasing an electric vehicle is important and should be seen as a little nudge to commit to one. That said, finding reliable information online is a challenge. So, what is the Federal tax credit for installing EV charging stations on your property? Key takeaways from the scheme:1️⃣ You may be eligible…

California EV Incentives & Rebates: A Breakdown

California EV Incentives & Rebates: A Breakdown

In California, several incentives are available to promote the purchase and use of electric vehicles (EVs). These incentives range from financial rewards to operational benefits. Here are the current incentives available in California that you should be aware of: California’s State rebates for EVs are a tricky subject to research. The amount of information is…

Arizona Electric Vehicle Incentives: Go Green, Save Green!

There are 40,740 registered EVs in Arizona. This means that as a percentage of the 2,410,018 registered vehicles in Arizona, 1.7% are electric cars. Almost double the US average (+-1%.) 🔎 At A Glance 1️⃣ Arizona has one of the most progressive incentive structures to persuade residents to switch to an EV and install a solar…

BEV vs PHEV | What’s The Best Electric Car For You?

Battery Electric Vehicles and Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles are the two most common types of electric vehicles on the market. Still, the BEV is projected to outgrow the PHEV significantly over the next five years. Key Takeaways:1️⃣ Full electric vehicles are battery-operated only and require recharging2️⃣Plug-in Hybrids use both battery-power and gasoline engines (ICE)3️⃣ Plug-in…

Powering The Future: Vehicle To Grid Technology

Powering The Future: Vehicle To Grid Technology

Vehicle To Grid (V2G) technology offers the potential of utilizing an unused asset (a parked electric car battery) and turning it into a new revenue stream for the owner. This helps alleviate the cost of ownership following the high initial purchase price of EVs. The technology is being trailed in various locations worldwide and is…

The Type 2 EV Plug: Master The Art Of EV Charging

The Type 2 EV Plug: Master The Art Of EV Charging

The Type-2 EV Plug is a three-phase charging system used mostly in Europe, and while it bears some similarity to the US’s J1772 plug, Type 2 has three live phases, rather than just one with seven pins against the standard five-pin of the J1772. 🔑 Key Characteristics:1️⃣ Can charge up to 43kW2️⃣ Uses three phase…

Power On-The-Go: Portable Solar Chargers For Electric Cars

Power On-The-Go: Portable Solar Chargers For Electric Cars

There are no commercially available portable solar chargers that can realistically charge your electric cars. EV batteries are too large for the small +-1kW portable solar systems available. Key Takeaways: 1️⃣ Solar panels are inherently inefficient, meaning that only a small percentage of energy from the sun is converted to electricity. 2️⃣ The percentage of…

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