ELECTRIC VEHICLES

Due to an evolving market and innovative technology, electric vehicles (EV) are quickly becoming a realistic transportation option for consumers in all vehicle classes. EVs offer consumers affordable, efficient and high-tech transportation and more models continue to become available each year.

If you are considering purchasing an EV, visit Energy Wise Minnesota to locate savings calculators, learn about available models and find a comprehensive list of resources to help you start driving electric.

eLECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING PROGRAMS

STORAGE RATE

STORAGE RATE

BENCO offers two rate options for charging your electric vehicle at home: the Storage rate and the Time-of-Use rate. The Off-Peak Storage rate offers the lowest price, while the Time-of-Use program provides the most flexibility.

Storage Rate: BENCO’s storage rate offers members the lowest cost off-peak electricity for charging an EV, but charging can only occur during off-peak hours. Power will not be supplied outside of the off-peak hours and the charging unit must be dedicated to EV charging.

Time-of-Use Rate: A charger installed on BENCO’s time-of-use rate will always receive electricity, so you can charge your vehicle whenever needed. A special meter is installed that allows the rate to fluctuate based on the time of day you charge your EV.

TIME-OF-USE RATE

TIME-OF-USE RATE

Electric Vehicle Program Details

ENROLL IN AN electric vehicle PROGRAM

Click here to enroll in the Electric Vehicle program.

APPLY FOR AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE REBATE

Click here to learn about the Electric Vehicle rebate.

PUBLIC CHARGING

Infrastructure for electric vehicles continues to evolve, not only in BENCO’s service territory, but across Minnesota and the United States. Visit PlugShare to locate public EV chargers and to learn where new chargers are being built and installed.

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