Plug-in electric vehicles in Rhode Island

As of March 2022, 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

As of October 2021, 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 US$22 million to charging stations in Rhode Island.[5]

As of 2022, the state government recognizes I-95 as a potential "alternative fuel corridor" with plans for charging stations every 50 miles (80 km).[6]

References
  1. Kuffner, Alex (March 14, 2022). "RI will once again offer rebates on electric cars. Here's how it will work". The Providence Journal. Retrieved May 25, 2022.
  2. "Which U.S. States Are Best For Electric Vehicles?". CleanTechnica. September 18, 2022. Retrieved October 9, 2022.
  3. Addleman, Brent (March 17, 2022). "Rhode Island electric vehicle program comes with rebates". The Center Square. Retrieved April 15, 2022.
  4. Prevost, Lisa (October 14, 2021). "For renters in Rhode Island, charging is a barrier to electric vehicle adoption". Energy News Network. Retrieved April 15, 2022.
  5. "RI Delegation Delivers $3.38 Million to Boost RI's Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure". February 13, 2022. Retrieved May 25, 2022.
  6. Bentley, Jimmy (October 4, 2022). "EV Charging Stations Move Forward: What It Means In Rhode Island". Patch.com. Retrieved October 9, 2022.
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