Electrify the Vehicle

Downsize to cargo bike/micro vehicle

Why? You may find you can do most local trips without your car, especially if you get an electric cargo bike (or trike). Then, you can carry a little student stowaway or even make carless grocery trips. And it’s so much more fun!

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Buy an EV when needed

Why? When you’re next in the market for a car, but an e-bike or electric minicar won’t quite suit your needs, it may be time to buy a standard passenger EV.

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Take advantage of EV rebates

Why? There are several EV rebates available that help reduce the cost of purchase.

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Locate convenient charging stations

Why? Now there are more than 100,000 charging stations across the country. No doubt, it will still ease anxiety to know where to easily find them.

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Install a charger

Why? Take advantage of Alameda's streamlined charger permit (PDF) process with checklists for residential (PDF) and commercial (PDF) properties and the California Governor's Guidebook (PDF) at your fingertips.

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Share your charger

Why? You can support your community and earn some money by sharing your home charger and if you park on the street or rent an apartment, this might be a helpful solution.

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