Plug-in electric vehicles in Wisconsin explained

, there were about 9,000 electric vehicles registered in Wisconsin.[1]

Government policy

, the state government offers tax rebates of up to $1,000 for electric vehicle purchases.[2]

, the state government charges a $100 registration fee for electric vehicles, and $75 for plug-in hybrid vehicles.[3]

Charging stations

, there were 380 public charging stations in Wisconsin.[4]

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

In June 2022, the state government released a plan to recognize I-90, I-94, I-43, I-41, I-535, US-53, and US-151 as alternative fuel corridors.[6] Around half of all public charging stations in the state are within one mile of a corridor.[7]

By region

Eau Claire

, less than 1% of vehicles registered in Eau Claire were electric.[8]

Madison

, there were 2,227 electric vehicles registered in Dane County.[9]

Milwaukee

, there were 1,320 electric vehicles registered in Milwaukee County.[9]

Notes and References

  1. News: Wisconsin electric vehicle registrations on the rise. Spectrum News. 2022-08-29. Nathan. Phelps. 2023-01-20.
  2. Web site: Wisconsin Electric Vehicle Incentives. getjerry.com. Macy. Fouse. 2022-04-27. 2022-05-29.
  3. News: They're better for the environment and becoming more affordable. Here's what you need to know about electric cars in Wisconsin.. 2021-05-03. 2022-05-16. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Bob. Dohr.
  4. News: Plan to expand charging stations in Wisconsin for electric vehicles turns sour in fight over profits. The Milwaukee Independent. 2022-02-17. 2022-05-04.
  5. News: Wisconsin to receive millions for electric vehicle infrastructure. Spectrum News. 2021-11-11. 2022-05-25. Taurean. Small.
  6. News: Wisconsin Department of Transportation planning to expand electric vehicle charging stations. WEAU. 2022-06-22. 2022-07-19. Kylie. Jacobs.
  7. News: 'Electrification is coming': Wisconsin prepares to spend $78.7 million on EV network. madison.com. Chris. Hubbuch. 2022-07-16. 2022-07-19.
  8. News: Eau Claire leaders want to install 160 electric car charging stations. WQOW. Katrina. Lim. 2019-12-04. 2023-01-20.
  9. News: Wisconsin gets $78M for electric vehicle network. WITI. 2022-09-15. 2022-12-19.

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