Electric Vehicles
Resources for EV owners
Find out how to get the most out of electric mobility.
EV Owners
Electric life
From installing a home charger to planning your next road trip and support for e-bikes, we’ve got everything you need to enjoy your EV to the fullest.
Charging Solutions
Convenient charging
Learn how and where to charge your EV.
Most people only drive 40-50 miles per day. Some drive more or need faster charging. Here are some typical charging scenarios to help you decide which charging option works better for you.
Level 1 Charging
Home EV charging
- Good for: local commuting, overnight charging
- Miles: 40-50
- Time: 10 hours, up to 5 miles per hour
- Power: 120v/110v, standard grounded wall outlet
Level 1 charging is simply just plugging your car into a standard grounded wall outlet. Depending on several factors, Level 1 charging will deliver about 5 miles per hour of charging.
This ready-to-go option might be right for you if you have a short commute, drive a plug-in hybrid, have access to workplace charging, or are able to charge your vehicle for eight or more hours each night.
Level 2 Charging
Home EV charging station
- Good for: longer commuting, faster charging
- Miles: 100
- Time: 4 hours, up to 25 miles per hour of charge
- Power: 240v, professionally installed outlet on a dedicated circuit
Level 2 charging stations are four times faster than Level 1 stations and can provide about 25 miles per hour of charge.
If you already have a 240v outlet available, you should be good to go.
If you need to have a 240v outlet/line installed in your home, contact a licensed electrician for an estimate and to find out if a permit is required.
Level 2 charging stations might be the right choice if you drive a battery EV—those require longer charging times.
Level 3 DC Fast Charging
Commercial EV charging station or direct current (DC)
- Good for: longer commuting, faster charging
- Miles: 100+
- Time: 10-30min for a full charge
- Power: 480v, Direct Current
Some fully electric EVs can be charged at a DC fast charging station to add more than 100 miles of battery charge in 40 minutes.
This is a good option for charging up during a road trip or to conveniently charge your car while you’re running errands.
If your vehicle supports them, look for publicly available DC fast chargers when you’re on the road. These high-power stations can charge a battery to 80 percent of capacity in 30 minutes or less.
Home Charging Rates
Keep your EV affordable
Learn when to charge at home for the biggest savings on energy.
As an EV owner, you are eligible for special rates on your electricity to help keep your EV costs as affordable as possible. Also, you can keep your charging costs lower by avoiding charging your EV during busy times (3 PM-12 AM). Economically and environmentally, the best time to charge is during the off-peak hours of 12 AM-3 PM.
To help you save even more there are special EV rate plans. If you change your rate with PG&E, it will automatically update your rate with PCE, too—so you don’t have to do anything more to take advantage of the special rate. For more information or to change your plan to an EV rate, visit PG&E’s EV rates page.
E-Bikes
E-bike rebates
You can save on your e-bike purchase.
An electric bike can be used for more than just adventures. You can use it to carry groceries or your kids without breaking a sweat. They’re healthier and less expensive than driving—and can be a lot more fun! If you’re eligible and in the market for an e-bike, you could get up to $1,000 towards your purchase.
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We’re here to help you get the most out of your EV—both cars and bikes.
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