Transportation electrification is an important and smart solution towards community carbon reduction goals. And the low cost of ownership helps make EVs accessible to a range of income levels, bringing the benefits of cleaner, cheaper transportation to more households and businesses.

In addition to the cost savings you'll get from driving an EV, you may qualify for EWEB rebates and state and federal tax credits.

More and more people are choosing electric vehicles over gas-powered cars to reduce pollution, conserve energy, save money and reduce their carbon footprint. 

No tailpipe emissions. Here in Eugene, where 90% of our power comes from renewable resources, replacing your fossil fuel burning car with a clean, efficient electric vehicle is one way to lower your personal carbon footprint. To maximize the environmental benefits, be sure to charge your EV during off-peak times.

Cheaper to operate. Because the average U.S. household spends nearly one-fifth of its total family expenditures on transportation, saving on fuel can make a big difference in terms of the average family's budget. In our area it will cost you about $3.00 to go 100 miles in an electric vehicle, compared to $11 in a gas-powered car. And fewer moving parts make electric vehicles ultra-low maintenance. Tax rebates and EWEB incentives help bring the cost of ownership down even more. Compare annual vehicle energy costs for your daily commute with this interactive EV Explorer.

Easy to charge. Electric cars can be conveniently charged in garages or driveways while they're parked overnight using existing outlets. Installing a charging station at home will charge the vehicle even faster. When you're on the go, it's easy to find charging stations around town, throughout the state, and across the country.

Fun to drive. Regenerative braking, high-torque electric motors and other technology innovations are making EVs the driver's choice for a fun, high-performance ride. And today's electric cars can get 100 to 300 miles per full charge.

Today's electric cars can get 100 to 300 miles per full charge.

When it's time to recharge, many EV owners will charge at home using a standard, three-pronged 120-volt outlet (Level 1) or Level 2 home charger.  EWEB offers a $500 rebate to help customers install a Level 2 charging station.

Around town, EV drivers can park and charge their vehicles at several City of Eugene parking facilities.

Learn more about charging an Electric Vehicle.

The online tool helps make electric vehicle shopping easy. PlugStar helps you find the EV that best meets your needs and gets you connected with a qualified EV dealer near you.