Plug-in electric vehicles in Rhode Island explained

, there were about 4,900 electric vehicles (including plug-in hybrid vehicles) in Rhode Island, equivalent to 0.7% of all vehicles in the state.^{[1] [2]}

Government policy

In March 2022, the state government introduced a $2,500 tax rebate for purchases of electric vehicles, and $1,500 for plug-in hybrid vehicles.^[3]

Charging stations

, there were about 210 public AC level 2 charging stations and 25 public DC charging stations in Rhode Island.^[4]

The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, signed into law in November 2021, allocates to charging stations in Rhode Island.^[5]

, the state government recognizes I-95 as a potential "alternative fuel corridor" with plans for charging stations every .^[6]

Notes and References

1. News: RI will once again offer rebates on electric cars. Here's how it will work. 2022-03-14. Alex. Kuffner. The Providence Journal. 2022-05-25.
2. News: Which U.S. States Are Best For Electric Vehicles?. 2022-09-18. 2022-10-09. CleanTechnica.
3. News: Rhode Island electric vehicle program comes with rebates. 2022-03-17. 2022-04-15. The Center Square. Brent. Addleman.
4. News: For renters in Rhode Island, charging is a barrier to electric vehicle adoption. Lisa. Prevost. 2021-10-14. 2022-04-15. Energy News Network.
5. Web site: RI Delegation Delivers $3.38 Million to Boost RI's Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure. 2022-02-13. 2022-05-25.
6. News: EV Charging Stations Move Forward: What It Means In Rhode Island. Jimmy. Bentley. 2022-10-04. 2022-10-09. Patch.com.