Q: Should I let my co-op know if I purchase an EV?Ī: If you purchase an EV, please let us know so we can better serve you. Visit here to learn about state incentives. Visit here to learn about federal incentives available through the Clean Vehicle Credit program. Q: What kind of incentives are available for EVs?Ī: There are a variety of tax credits, rebates and other incentives available for EV purchases. Q: Will an EV meet my daily driving needs?Ī: If you are like most Americans and drive an average of 30 miles a day, an EV can meet your daily needs. Unlike a gas-powered vehicle, where the heat is mostly coming from the engine, an EV must produce cabin heat and manage an optimal battery temperature with energy that comes from the battery, which can reduce battery range. Q: Does the outside temperature affect the range of an EV?Ī: Outside temperatures, particularly colder weather, can impact the range of an EV. A Level 2 charger must be installed by a licensed electrician. If you typically drive longer distances or are in a hurry, a Level 2 charger takes about half the time and provides about 180 miles of range over an eight-hour charging period. For an eight-hour overnight charge, this will enable traveling around 36 to 40 miles a day. Q: Can I charge my EV using an existing outlet or do I need a special outlet?Ī: All EVs come with a 110-volt-compatible (Level 1) charging unit which can be plugged into any standard household outlet.

As your local energy provider, Halifax EMC is best suited to advise and help our members and local businesses plan for the electric vehicle future. Q: Why is Halifax EMC involved in EV infrastructure issues?Ī: All electric utilities are planning now to ensure they have the necessary electric infrastructure in place to meet future EV charging needs- without jeopardizing the ability to keep reliable power flowing to our local homes and businesses. We also provide educational tools about EVs on our website and bring our EV to community events so folks have an opportunity to ask questions and form their own opinions. We have an EV to help raise awareness and promote understanding of EV technologies. Our EV and charging stations help us access key data and gain insights into how EVs operate and what infrastructure is needed to support them. Q: Why is Halifax EMC communicating about electric vehicles?Ī: It’s no secret that consumer interest in electric vehicles (EVs) is growing, and Halifax EMC is providing information about EV charging requirements so that our members can make informed decisions when considering an EV purchase.Ī: We purchased our first EV in 2019 for research and development purposes. We regularly receive inquiries about electric vehicles from Halifax EMC members, so I thought it would be helpful to respond to some of those frequently-asked questions in this month’s issue of Hali-facts.

Regardless of the type of car you drive today, the electrification of the transportation sector is underway. You’ve likely heard or read that most automakers are transitioning many or all of their new vehicles to electric-only models over the next 10 years.

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