
Clothes dryer electric
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Read more about Clothes dryer electricElectric vehicles (EVs) are more efficient than gas-powered cars and trucks and better for the environment, too. Buying an EV is a great first step on the path to electrifying everything!
Why do it?
EVs can save you over $1,000 a year on fuel costs relative to gas vehicles, require less maintenance, and have no tailpipe emissions.
When?
When you are ready to replace your current gas vehicle.
Who is this for?
All vehicle owners.
EV charger
A Level 2 EV charger is not required to charge your EV, but it enables you to charge much faster than a standard outlet. Installing a Level 2 charger requires a 240 Volt circuit. Visit the EV charger page on our savings calculator to learn more.
Project at a Glance
Used EV upfront cost
$10,000+
New EV upfront cost
$27,500+
Average annual energy savings
$1,100+
Average annual emissions reduction
4.6+ tons
Health Benefits
No air pollution or noise pollution
Difficulty
Easy
Many EVs on the market today have a range of more than 250 miles on a single charge. Electrifying your driving can save you over $1,000 a year!
2. Select and purchase an EV
Read reviews and shop around to find an electric vehicle that meets your needs. Test drive the ones you’re considering — it’s free, and you can even do it before you’re ready to buy without the stress of an emergency replacement. Along with the usual car features, consider EV-specific features like range, charging speed, and availability of fast chargers. Check out PG&E’s EV Savings Calculator to help you decide.
3. Decide on the type of charger that meets your needs
You can choose from multiple types of home chargers:
Level 1 (120 Volt): 50 miles of charge overnight, often comes with the car and just plugs into a regular wall outlet
Level 2 (240 Volt): 125-300 miles of charge overnight, using 16-40 Amps. Consider getting a charger with an adjustable amp setting and using the lowest one that meets your charging needs to save room on your electrical panel.
We recommend installing the smallest charger that meets your needs so you can save money. Check out Electric for All’s Home Charging Advisor to find local incentives for EV chargers.
4. Call electricians and get quotes
If installing a Level 2 charger, call electricians and get quotes for wiring a 240 Volt circuit. Get at least three quotes if you want to save money! You may want to consider pre-wiring your home for electrification at the same time as you install your EV charger. Visit our electrical panel guide for more details.
5. Install your EV charger
Choose an electrician and install your EV charger (or just stick with the 120 Volt Level 1 charger). Enjoy your ability to plug in your car overnight and never pay for gas again!
Download our renter’s checklist!
Download a complete checklist of everything you can do at home — from community solar to electric cooking — for all of us who don’t own our homes.
There are so many different types of electric vehicles. How can I easily compare vehicles on features like EV range and price?
Before you visit a dealer, you can browse EV vehicles from home! Pacific Gas and Electric Company has a fantastic website that lets you compare new and used vehicles by range, type, and fuel (all-electric or plug-in hybrid). You can also filter EVs by budget.
I plan on leasing my vehicle. Do the tax credits qualify?
Yes! Your dealer can apply the $7,500 tax credit to any leased electric vehicle and pass the credit on to you. Only electric vehicles made in North America will receive the full tax credit.
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