2023 EV Symposium Agenda (2023)

FAQs

Will there be enough electricity for electric cars? ›

Despite expecting 12.5 million electric cars by 2035, California officials insist that the grid can provide enough electricity. But that's based on multiple assumptions — including building solar and wind at almost five times the pace of the past decade — that may not be realistic.

169 Public Electric Vehicle Charging Locations Available in Alabama.

Can the power grid actually handle that many electric cars? In simplest terms, yes, it can. But the deeper answer is a bit more complicated. The capacity is there, but to truly handle this new surge in EV grid demand, it will take planning on the part of utility companies across the U.S.

Alabama Power customers can receive a one-time $500 rebate for the purchase and installation of a Level 2 (240V) charger at their home with our Home Charger Rebate. EV home charging provides an affordable and convenient way to charge, allowing your vehicle to charge while you sleep.

The US would need to produce 20-50% more electricity annually if all cars were electric vehicles.

That's about a 500% increase since the early 1960s. Many experts believe that a complete transition to electric vehicles will require as much as 1.25 trillion kilowatt-hours of electricity each year. Adding 30% more capacity in the next 20 years is thought to be feasible in light of past increases.

The highest number of plug-in electric cars per capita is in California, followed by Hawaii. The highest adoption ratio appears to be along the West Coast and the Northeast. Plug-in electric vehicle registrations per 1,000 people in 2022: California: 27.55.

It comes as no surprise that California has the most charging facilities for electric cars when taking into account the fact that more than 345,800 electric vehicles were sold in the state.

Yes. California is only requiring that all NEW cars sold in 2035 and beyond are zero-emission vehicles which includes battery electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles and fuel cell electric vehicles.

Is there enough lithium for electric cars? ›

While the world does have enough lithium to power the electric vehicle revolution, it's less a question of quantity, and more a question of accessibility. Earth has approximately 88 million tonnes of lithium, but only one-quarter is economically viable to mine as reserves.

Experts are not expecting electric vehicle charging to overload the grid and there are number of reasons for this confidence. In August 2022, the National Grid described the issue of the grid not being “able to handle the increase in EVs,” as a myth.

Yes, Alabama charges electric car owners an extra $200 annually on top of standard registration fees. Buyers of hybrid vehicles must pay an additional $100. Beginning July 1, 2023, and every fourth year thereafter, EV fees will increase by $3.

To claim the federal tax credit for your home EV charger, or other EV charging equipment, file Form 8911 with the IRS when you file your federal income tax return. You will need your receipts that show the purchase price of the EV charger and any fees for installation of the charger.

Alabama Power's Make Ready Program is designed to provide rebates to customers for installing electric chargers at their facilities. Customers are responsible for installation, operation and maintenance of charging infrastructure behind the customer meter.

By 2050, there will be about 3 billion light-duty vehicles on the road worldwide, up from 1 billion now. At least half of them will be powered by internal combustion engines (ICE), using petroleum-based fuels.

While electric cars will not be replacing gas-powered vehicles in the near future, the process of internal combustion engines becoming obsolete has already begun according to Kiplinger. Many things need to change to fulfill electric car future predictions.

We quote from the Guardian: The US's transition to electric vehicles could require three times as much lithium as is currently produced for the entire global market, causing needless water shortages, Indigenous land grabs, and ecosystem destruction inside and outside its borders….

This study breaks down the overall cost of buying and operating gas cars vs. electric cars. But while the upfront cost of electric vehicles will likely be higher, it is much cheaper to power your car via electricity. On average, an electric vehicle uses around 30kwhs to travel 100 miles.

How much more is an electric car over a gas car? ›

And given the higher sticker prices for EVs — which can cost at least $10,000 more than the equivalent gas-powered car — that could tip the balance for some car buyers.

The most recent federal data on EV adoption rates shows that North Dakota (roughly 400 vehicles), Wyoming (500) and South Dakota (700) have the fewest EV registrations in the nation.

Tesla remains on top by a far margin, accounting for 65% of total EV sales in the United States in 2022.

The state with the least amount of Tesla Model 3 registrations is Michigan. It is preceded by Alaska, North Dakota, Wyoming and South Dakota. At first glance, the Model 3 doesn't look as popular in the colder states.

If you're wondering what company makes EV charging stations and has a large established user base, ChargePoint is the answer. With more than 174,000 charging stations around the world, ChargePoint's is one of the biggest electric vehicle charging companies out there, which lends it a decent bit of brand recognition.

ATLANTA (Atlanta News First) - Gov. Brian Kemp has referred to Georgia as the electric mobility capital of America. The state's website reports more than 30,000 electric vehicles are registered in Georgia, and just over 1,600 charging stations are scattered mostly throughout metro areas.

ChargePoint counts as the largest electric vehicles charging company. This EV charging giant offers hardware (charging infrastructure) and software for EV charging, as well as running its own network of EV charging stations. ChargePoint has 158,000 chargers delievers around the world.

Conversely, Alaska has the fewest total number of EV charging outlets followed by the Dakotas. We will give Alaska a pass since nearly 50% of the state remains uninhabited, but North and South Dakota have some catching up to do.

WASHINGTON – Today, the Biden-Harris Administration announced its latest actions to advance the President's vision of building 500,000 EV chargers by 2030 and delivering a convenient, reliable, and Made-in-America electric vehicle (EV) charging network.

Tesla Supercharger Network Tesla Inc. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, Tesla has over 1,600 Supercharger stations in the U.S., with over 17,000 fast-charging ports. Electrify America is next in line, with about 800 stations and 3,600 fast-charging ports.

What happens to electric cars in a power outage? ›

It is possible to charge your electric vehicle (EV) during a power outage. But you may not need to; as long as your EV has some charge left, your car can likely go a few days between charges.

As of May 13, CARB lists 17 other states — New York, Massachusetts, Vermont, Maine, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Washington, Oregon, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, Colorado, Minnesota, Nevada, Virginia, and New Mexico — as those that have adopted California's vehicle standards under Section 177 of the ...

All of the planned bans are in coastal states: In addition to California and Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon and Washington have made the commitment to stop allowing sales of new gas-powered vehicles after 2035.

Running Out of Lithium

An inability to produce enough lithium would result in severe delays to the roll out and implementation of electric transport and renewable power – as such, it is fair to question whether there is enough of the prized element to meet global needs.

Yes, when EV batteries reach the end of their working life, they will be recycled. In the US, when the typical 8- to 10-year battery warranty has expired, most EV providers can reuse the batteries for a second or third time.

Researchers at Vienna University of Technology have developed an oxygen-ion battery based on ceramic materials that has a longer lifespan than lithium-ion batteries. The new battery can be regenerated and does not require rare elements, making it an ideal solution for large energy storage systems.

A tow truck can rescue an EV stuck on the side of the road the same way it can a gas-powered car. However, before you call roadside assistance, it is worth trying to turn the EV off and back on if you're close to a charging station.

If too much electricity is fed into the grid in relation to the quantity consumed, the electrical frequency increases. Since power plants are designed to operate within a certain frequency range, there is a risk that they will disconnect from the grid after a period of time. .

Average driving distance in the US

Using the average EV's energy consumption, a home EV charger would use around 11.81 kWh per day to charge the car to replenish the range driven. This translates to about 353.3 kWh per month and 4,310.65 kWh per year.

Answer #1: Franchise laws

The first reason for the state bans: Tesla insists on operating its own dealerships, rather than offering franchises (local dealerships, which buy the cars from the manufacturer) like those of GM, Ford, Toyota, Honda, and others.

How much is tag fee for electric car in Alabama? ›

Electric Vehicle (EV) Fee

All-electric vehicle owners must pay an annual fee of $200 and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle owners must pay an annual fee of $100. Beginning July 1, 2023 and every fourth year thereafter, EV fees will increase by $3.

People who buy new electric vehicles may be eligible for a tax credit as high as $7,500, and used electric car owners may qualify for up to $4,000 in tax breaks as of 2023.

You may qualify for a credit up to $7,500 under Internal Revenue Code Section 30D if you buy a new, qualified plug-in EV or fuel cell electric vehicle (FCV). The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 changed the rules for this credit for vehicles purchased from 2023 to 2032.

Cost. Installation pricing can vary depending on your home charging hardware and electrical system. A straightforward installation can range from $750 - $1,500. However, if there are additional items needed to complete your installation, the price will be adjusted accordingly.

Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Tax Credit for businesses

1, 2023, and Dec. 31, 2032, your business may be eligible to receive a 30% tax credit up to $100,000 under the 30C Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Tax Credit.

Yes - an account establishment charge (AEC) of $40.00 will be included on your first month's bill.

(WIAT) — Alabama Power will be giving refunds to residential customers this August after over-collecting money in 2022.

Average Alabama Power Company Utility Worker hourly pay in the United States is approximately $17.57, which is 6% above the national average.

The average lifetime mileage of an ICE vehicle is about 133,000 miles. While experts estimate the average EV battery will last around 200,000 miles, some manufacturers already promise much more than that.

EVs can offer sizable benefits to utilities, but only if they start preparing now. With a forecast of 9.6 million electric vehicle (EV) charging ports required by 2030, utilities need to take a proactive approach to preparing for these new loads.

Will electric cars be faster than gas? ›

Quick vs.

Electric cars are capable of being quicker than gas-powered cars, but EVs aren't yet capable of going faster. Our little zero to 60 scenario is a good example. Gasoline cars do have a performance advantage when those top speeds are being sustained for longer periods of time.

A typical EV battery has about 8 kilograms of lithium, 14 kilograms of cobalt, and 20 kilograms of manganese, although this can often be much more depending on the battery size – a Tesla Model S' battery, for example, contains around 62.6 kg (138 pounds) of lithium.

A compact EV battery (Nissan Leaf) uses about 4kg (9 lb) of lithium, and if every man, woman and teenager were to drive an electric car in the future, a lithium shortage could develop.

The world has enough rare earth minerals and other critical raw materials to switch from fossil fuels to renewable energy to produce electricity and limit global warming, according to a new study that counters concerns about the supply of such minerals.

Lightyear EV Is Sun Powered, Has a Claimed 500-Mile Range, Will Cost under $40K. Lightyear, a Dutch startup, has opened the waiting list for its second model—the first destined for America. The Lightyear 2 is an upcoming solar-powered EV, and a waiting list as well as more details about it were announced at CES 2023.

How Much Does an EV Battery Cost to Replace? EV battery replacements range from $5,000 to $20,000 based on the pack, size and manufacturer. If a battery is within its manufacturer warranty, typically 8 years and 100,000 miles, then you should get a replacement battery at no extra cost.

If EV batteries continue to be made of lithium ion, the primary concerns are: 1) labor practices for mining cobalt; 2) environmental impacts of extracting lithium; 3) sufficient supply of materials for EV batteries; 4) carbon emissions from battery manufacture; and 5) toxic waste from disposal of used batteries.

Making electric cars creates more emissions

The raw materials for making the car have to be mined, and the process of mining creates a lot of greenhouse gases. Then the raw materials have to be refined before they can be used, which again emits more greenhouse gas.

Are electric cars cheaper in the long run? ›

The 2021 study compared vehicles of multiple sizes and found that while the total cost of ownership over 15 years is similar between electric vehicles and their gas-powered counterparts, electric vehicles are slightly cheaper to operate per mile.

Most manufacturers have a five to eight-year warranty on their battery. However, the current prediction is that an electric car battery will last from 10 – 20 years before they need to be replaced.

New technology may accelerate charging speeds for electric vehicles by 200 times, meaning that filling a battery may take less than 10 seconds.