Electric Vehicle

Switching to an electric vehicle

Are you ready for a plugin? There are a variety of things to consider before switching to an electric plug-in vehicle. From vehicle types and tax incentives to charging options and driving range, here’s what you need to know before making the switch.

What you need to know

Electric vehicles use batteries to store the electrical energy that powers the motor. The batteries are charged by plugging the vehicle into an electric power source. They can also be charged in part by regenerative braking, which generates electricity from some of the energy normally lost when braking.