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Why Drive an EV?
Electric vehicles (EVs) are eco-friendly, quiet, have low maintenance costs, efficient motors, and can be charged at home or at public EV charging stations. EVs are powered by electricity stored in rechargeable batteries that operate one or more electric motors. El Paso Electric anticipates EV use will increase eightfold in its service area by 2030.
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Cost
Fueling and maintaining an EV can cost three times less than a gasoline vehicle. According to energy.gov, fueling a car with electricity is the equivalent of spending $1 per gallon of gasoline on average. EVs have fewer moving parts and require less maintenance in comparison to gasoline or diesel vehicles.
Learn MorePerformance
Electric Vehicles produce nearly instant torque, feel more responsive while being driven, and provide a smooth, quieter and fun ride.
Eco-Friendly
Electric Vehicles are cleaner to operate than gas powered vehicles. Fully electric vehicles produce zero tailpipe emissions, and electric grid power is cleaner than a gas-powered vehicle. El Paso Electric’s (EPE) energy is generated from a variety of low-emission sources such as solar, nuclear, and natural gas and will continue to become cleaner over time.
Convenience
Electric Vehicles can be easily charged in your own garage, saving you from constant trips to the gas station.
Learn MoreBuy Your EV
There are two types of EVs available for purchase. EVs are classified by the degree that electricity is used as their energy source—either fully electric or hybrid. Each type offers different features to accommodate your travel needs.
Fully Electric (EVs):
- Run exclusively on electricity.
- Have a travel range of 75 to over 300 miles depending on model.
- Zero tailpipe emissions.
Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs):
- Run on electricity and switch to a gasoline backup once the battery charge is depleted.
- Lower tailpipe emissions than conventional gas-only vehicles.
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Charge your EV
There are two convenient ways to charge your EV, at home and at public EV charging stations.
1. Home Charging
Level 1 Charging
Uses the charge cord that came with your EV and plugs in to a 120-volt outlet. The Level 1 charge rate is approximately 5 miles of range per hour of charge – or roughly 60 miles of recharge each night.
Level 2 Charging
Requires installation of a charging station connected to a 240-volt outlet. Charging at Level 2 can add roughly 10 to 30 miles of range per hour, depending on the vehicle.
2. Public Charging
There are over 100 public charging stations in El Paso Electric’s service territory. Public stations can be Level 2 or Level 3. Level 3 or “DC fast charging” can recharge up to 80% of your battery in 20 minutes.
Find public charging stations near you by visiting PlugShare.
EV Rates
El Paso Electric offers special rate plans for customers who own EVs. These plans incentivize customers who charge their vehicles during off-peak hours.
Whole-House EV Rate Plan (NEW)
Available for residential customers
With El Paso Electric’s Whole-House EV rate plan, customers who charge their vehicles between midnight and 8 a.m. will receive bill credits averaging $8 per month.
Whole-House EV Rate Plan
Electric Vehicle Rate Plan
Available for residential and commercial customers
Commercial customers with charging activity ranging from 120 volts to 480 volts are eligible for this rate plan. To participate, customers must have a separate meter for recording energy use associated with EV charging.
Contact evrates@epelectric.com for more information and to sign up.