Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations in Ossipee

Electric Vehicle (EV) Incentives in Ossipee, NC

Tax incentives and/or other incentives for drivers of electric vehicles in Ossipee.

High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lane Exemption

Qualified plug-in electric vehicles, dedicated natural gas vehicles, and fuel cell electric vehicles may use North Carolina HOV lanes, regardless of the number of occupants. This exemption expires September 30, 2025. (Reference North Carolina General Statutes 20-4.01 and 20-146.2)

Plug-In Electric Vehicle (PEV) and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) Emissions Inspection Exemption

Qualified PEVs and FCEVs are exempt from state emissions inspection requirements. Other restrictions may apply. (Reference North Carolina General Statutes 20-4.01 and 20-183.2)

Plug-In Electric Vehicle (PEV) Definition

A PEV is defined as a vehicle that:

• Does not have the ability to be propelled by gasoline
• Draws electricity from a battery with a capacity of at least four kilowatt-hours and is capable of being charged from an external source
• Has not been modified from the original equipment manufacturer power train specifications
• Has a gross vehicle weight rating of 8,500 pounds or less
• Has a maximum speed of at least 65 miles per hour
• Meets applicable requirements in Title 49 of the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations, section 571.

(Reference House Bill 211, 2019 and North Carolina General Statutes 20-4.01)

Electric Vehicle (EV) Annual Fee

The owner of an EV that is exclusively powered by electricity must pay a fee of $130 in addition to any other required registration fees at the time of initial registration and annual registration renewal. (Reference North Carolina General Statutes 20-87)

EVSE Rebate and Time-Of-Use (TOU) Rate - Randolph Electric Membership Corporation (EMC)

Randolph EMC's Electric Vehicle Utility Program (REVUP) offers residential customers a rebate of $500 for the purchase of qualified Level 2 electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE). Rebates are available to the first 50 applicants on a first-come, first served basis. REVUP also offers a TOU rate to residential customers that own or lease a plug-in electric vehicle. For more information, including eligibility requirements, see the REVUP website.

Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Rebate – Cape Hatteras Electric Cooperative (CHEC)

Cape Hatteras Electric Co-Op (CHEC) offers a bill credit of $100 to residential customers who install a Level 2 EVSE. For more information, including how to apply, see the CHEC Electric Vehicles website.

Plug-In Electric Vehicle (PEV) Charging Rate Incentive – Cape Hatteras Electric Cooperative (CHEC)

Cape Hatteras Electric Co-Op (CHEC) offers time-of-use (TOU) electricity rates to residential customers that own or lease a PEV. For more information, see the CHEC Electric Vehicles website.

Plug-In Electric Vehicle (PEV) Rebate and Time-Of-Use (TOU) Rate - Roanoke Electric Cooperative

Roanoke Electric Cooperative offers a TOU rate to residential customers that own or lease a PEV. Members pay a flat fee of $50 per month for a Level 2 charging station and up to 450kW of electricity. In addition to the discounted rate, the first 10 participants will receive a $1,000 rebate. For more information, see the EV Program website.

Electric School Bus and Infrastructure Rebate - Duke Energy

Duke Energy offers school districts a rebate for the purchase of electric school buses and to host utility-owned charging infrastructure. For more information, including eligibility requirements, see the Duke Energy Park and Plug website.

Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Rebate - Energy United

Energy United offers residential customers a $500 rebate for the installation of a Level 2 EVSE. For more information, including how to apply, see the Energy United Appliance Rebate website.