About EVs

Your Electric Vehicle Charging Book

Provided by your trusted energy source, your Touchstone Energy Cooperative

Consumer Reports has declared that the era of the electric car has arrived. With prices dropping and technology changing, Kentucky’s Touchstone Energy Cooperatives have seen a surge of interest in electric vehicles.

The following questions and answers are for members seeking information:

Frequently Asked Questions

Major types include:

Plug-In Hybrid: These models use electric batteries that transport the vehicle 25 to 50 miles before switching to a gas engine. Battery re-charging is done by plugging into an electric
power source.
Battery Electric Vehicle: These cars have no gas engine and are very efficient, with many models featuring government rebates and attractive dealer warranties. The powertrain has a battery that must be recharged. These cars produce zero tailpipe emissions, run quietly, use far less energy than gas-powered cars and require no oil changes.

The inverter and the quality of the charger determine the time it takes to recharge. Using a 240-volt Level 2 charger, most vehicles achieve 10 to 20 miles of charge per hour. Level 1 chargers that use a standard 120-volt outlet can typically get about 3 to 4 miles of charge per hour. At 480 volts, Level 3 units can be as fast as 30 minutes to reach 80 percent of capacity, but manufacturers only recommend occasional quick charging because that can shorten battery life.

Your Electric Vehicle Charging Book

Provided by your trusted energy source, your Touchstone Energy Cooperative

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