Electricity

Electricity can be used to power electric and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles directly from the power grid. Vehicles that run on electricity produce no tailpipe emissions. The only emissions that can be attributed to electricity are those generated in the production process at the power plant. Electricity is easily accessible for short-range driving.


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Basics 

Learn about electricity and its benefits as an alternative fuel.




Incentives and Laws 


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Station Locations 

Find electric vehicle charging stations throughout the country.

Vehicles 

Read about how electric vehicles work, their availability, and conversion kits.

Prices 

Electricity prices vary based on generation source and the power plant location. For average U.S. electricity prices, see the Energy Information Administration's Residential Electricity Prices: A Consumer's Guide.


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