Select an Electric Vehicle That's Right for You
Explore Your EV options:
Did you know most EVs on the market today offer a range of between 100-400 miles. Use Xcel Energy's EV Catalog to find the vehicle that best suits your needs.ev.xcelenergy.com/vehicles
If you're interested in a used EV, browse the Used Electric Vehicle Buyer's Guide from Plug In America bit.ly/PluginAmerican-EVS.
Find an EV Near You
Once you've found a car you like, use Xcel Energy's dealership map to see where you can purchase one ev.xcelenergy.com/dealers
Lower Your Upfront Costs
There are tons of resources to help lower the initial purchase cost of an EV. After incentives there are new models available for less than $20,000 MSRP! Explore the resources available to you: https://ev.xcelenergy.com/incentives
Get Ready to Charge Up
Charge Around Town
You can also charge your vehicle around town at Target or the Edgewater Civic Center. There are also Tesla chargers at the Edgewater Public Market.
Charge on the Go
Looking for charging on the go? Check out this PlugShare Map to see what charging stations are available along your typical commutes!
Charge at your Home
Charging at home can be easy and cost-effective. If you have access to a garage with a standard three-pronged outlet, you can charge your battery at a rate of 5 miles per hour. Looking for more juice? Consider installing a dedicated charging station at home. Xcel Energy has resources to reduce the cost of home charging. Xcel EV Charging Programs
Find out if your electrical panel is ready for an electric vehicle (EV) charger:
- Assess your electrical panel capacity for a home EV charger. Charging an EV will add electricity load to your home. As a general guideline, a panel with less than 100 amps may need to be upgraded to accommodate new electric loads. Not sure about your panel's capacity? Check out Rewiring America's panel size guide.
- Consult a qualified electrician. Whether you are going to install an EV charger, identify a need for an upgrade, or are unsure, electricians can evaluate the condition of your panel, recommend any necessary upgrades, and discuss important considerations for installing an EV charger. Consider getting at least three quotes from a qualified electrician before selecting one.
Note: Older homes might have 60- or 100-Amp panels, while newer homes commonly have panels that are 200 Amps or larger. This number will almost always be less than 400 Amps. Common panel Amp values include 60,100,125,200, and 220. 300 and 400 might occur in some newer and larger homes.
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