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EVs At Dealerships
The benefits of driving electric and available charging opportunities.
Fuel Savings
On average, EVs can travel the same distance as a gas-powered car at less than half the cost.
Easy Charging
It's easy to plug in at home or at one of the many public chargers.
Low Maintenance
EVs have fewer fluids and parts than conventional vehicles, so they require minimal maintenance.
Tax Incentives
Receive up to $7,500 in federal tax credit for qualified EVs, and up to $1000 for qualified residential charging equipment.
Environmental Benefits
EVs produce no tailpipe emissions, making your community cleaner.
Safe and Fun
EVs offer a quiet, smooth ride and instant acceleration.
The cost of charging your EV depends on how much you drive. For customers who drive less than 40 miles a day, it costs about $1 per day to charge at home. Your electric bill will likely go up, but your monthly gasoline expenses should drop considerably more.
What Kind Of EV Is Right For You?
Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles
Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles have an electric motor AND gas-powered internal combustion engine. Some PHEVs operate exclusively, or almost exclusively, on electricity until the battery is nearly depleted. Then, the gasoline-powered engine turns on to provide the power. Like Battery Electric Vehicles, PHEVs can be plugged in to charge the battery when the vehicle is not in use.
Battery-Electric Vehicles
Battery Electric Vehicles have a battery and an electric motor, instead of a gas tank and internal combustion engine. They run entirely on electricity and do not produce any exhaust from the burning of fuel. Because they don't have a combustion engine, BEVs have reduced maintenance requirements and increased storage capacity onboard.
EV Maintenance
EVs require less maintenance than conventional vehicles, helping save you time and money.
- No oil changes: EVs do not use engine oil, so they have no need for oil changes normally required.
- No spark plugs and wires: EVs do not require spark plugs and wires, which are typically replaced every 100,000 miles in gas-powered vehicles.
- No exhaust system: EVs do not have mufflers or catalytic converters - two components of conventional vehicle systems that can fail and require replacement.
- No emissions testing: EVs do not burn fossil fuels, so they do not emit byproducts that need to be tested.
Charging Options
| Level 1 |
| Provides charging through a 120V AC plug (standard wall outlet) |
| Delivers up to 5 miles of driving range per hour of charging |
| Does not require installation of additional charging equipment |
| Best used in home applications for overnight charging and low-mileage daily driving |
| Level 2 |
| Provides charging through a 240V AC plug (dryer outlet) |
| Delivers up to 60 miles of driving range per hour of charging |
| Requires installation of additional charging equipment |
| Best used for public charging, workplace charging, or faster overnight charging at home |
| DC Fast Charging |
| Provides charging through 480V input |
| Delivers up to 80% battery charge in about 20-30 minutes of charging |
| Requires specialized, high-powered charging equipment |
| Best used for public charging, especially along heavy traffic corridors |
Programs for Charging at Home
Incentives for Off-Peak Charging
Smart Meter customers in Virginia can save money by shifting their energy usage to more affordable, off-peak hours.
Residential Charging Installation Program
Dominion Energy will install and maintain your charging station for about $40 a month for 5 years.
EV Charger Rewards
The EV Charger Rewards Program provides rebates when you purchase a new qualified EV charger and register it with the manufacturer.
Charger Installation at Dealerships
As the EV market grows, many dealerships are interested in installing charging stations. To get started, follow these steps:
- Consider your charging needs and the type of charging you will install
- Engage with partners on infrastructure design and construction
- Contact your utility to review power requirements and rate options
- Install, activate, and maintain your charging stations
Questions? Contact one of our EV experts to learn more about our EV Charging Programs and solutions for dealerships.