Electricity

Electricity can be used to power all-electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. These vehicles can draw electricity directly from the grid and other off-board electrical power sources and store it in batteries. Hybrid electric vehicles use electricity to boost fuel efficiency. Using electricity to power vehicles can have significant energy security and emissions benefits.

Basics 

Find information about using electricity as a vehicle fuel, production and distribution, research and development, and related links.

Benefits and Considerations 

Explore the benefits and considerations of using electricity as a vehicle fuel.

Stations 

Locate electric charging stations in your area, and learn about charging infrastructure for plug-in electric vehicles.

Vehicles 

Learn about hybrid and plug-in electric vehicles, and find information about vehicle availability, conversions, emissions, batteries, deployment, maintenance, and safety.

Laws and Incentives 

Find laws and incentives in your area related to hybrid and plug-in electric vehicles.