Electric Vehicle FAQ

All electric utilities are planning now to ensure they have the necessary electric infrastructure in place to meet current and future EV charging needs without jeopardizing the ability to keep reliable power fl owing to our local homes and businesses. As your trusted, local energy provider, Piedmont Electric is best suited to advise and help our members and local businesses plan for the electric vehicle future.All EVs come with a 110-volt-compatible (Level 1) charging unit which can be plugged into any standard household outlet. For an eight-hour overnight charge, this will enable traveling around 36 to 40 miles a day. 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. A Level 2 charger must be installed by a licensed electrician. A 240-volt outlet, like those used by your dryer, can also be used.If you are like most Americans and drive an average of 30 miles a day, an EV can meet your daily needs.Piedmont Electric offers a $50 rebate for members with an EV and an additional $50 rebate for those members who sign up for our EV time-of-day rate. This rate helps you save when you charge your vehicle overnight. There are a variety of tax credits, rebates and other incentives available for EV purchases.

Visit afdc.energy.gov/laws/electric-vehicles-for-tax-credit to learn about federal incentives available through the Clean Vehicle Credit program.

Yes! If you purchase an EV, please let us know so we can better serve you. As more Piedmont Electric members buy EVs, it’s helpful to know where they’re located in our area so we can ensure we have the necessary infrastructure in place to meet charging needs and provide reliable power to our local homes and businesses.