Net Metering Workbook
A guide to calculating the usage of electricity in your home with a net-metered system
Types of Electric Vehicles
Plug-in Hybrid
*Travel 25-50 miles on electric battery, then go to gas engine
*Battery re-charge by plugging into power source
Battery Electric Vehicle
*Travel 200-300 miles; no gas engine, oil changes or emissions
*Battery re-charged by plugging into power source
Price Ranges
*Popular models are $20 – $40k
*SUVs are $50 – $65k
*Luxury sedans are $80 – $110k
Charging times
*120-volt Level 1 charger: usually 3-4 miles of charge per hour
*240-volt Level 2 charger: usually 10-20 miles of charge per hour
*480-volt Level 3 charger: can be as fast as 30 minutes to 80%
*120-volt chargers use a standard plug
**Quick charging can shorten battery life if done too often
Your Electric Vehicle Charging Book
Provided by your trusted energy source, your Touchstone Energy Cooperative
About EVs
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