- Nearly 12,000 first-time buyers have used California’s rebates of up to $3,500 for eligible EVs.
- California has roughly 47% of the public and shared charging ports it projects it will need by 2030.
- The state is funding fast chargers while prioritizing charging access near homes and apartment buildings.
Taking $3,500 off an electric car helps get someone into the showroom. But it doesn’t put people at ease regarding where they will charge it.