How We Do It - Going Electric in California

The future of our transportation is 100% electric. And in the United States, California is the leader of the pack. The Governor of California is keen to be a driving force not just in the U.S., but in the global transition to clean transportation — especially among lower-income demographics. Here are some of the ways the Golden State is smashing its EV goals.

Electric Vehicle Sales

A whopping 39% of all EV sales in the U.S. are taking place in California, making it the most electrified state in the country. Californians have purchased over 1.21 million EVs since tracking began in 2011, with more than 79,000 EVs purchased in Q2 2022 alone — showing a continuing surge in demand.

Charging Infrastructure

To charge all those electric cars on California's roads, the state has just under 80,000 charging units available, both public and privately owned. To serve the many residents living in apartments and condos, the state is investing in a widespread and reliable public charging network, as well as exploring ways to include EV charging stations in new and existing buildings.

Electric School Buses

With Senate support, California is replacing its oldest, most polluting diesel school buses with brand-new battery electric buses. The California Energy Commission (CEC) School Buses Program is also ensuring charging infrastructure is available statewide for these buses, while the California Air Resources Board (CARB) accelerates the electrification of the broader school bus fleet.

Customer Incentives

California offers a wide range of incentives for climate-conscious residents: rebates on new and used clean car purchases, low-interest loans for EV buyers, cashback for installing a home charging unit, and a bonus for retiring older, gas-powered vehicles. Once your EV is on the road, you can enjoy toll discounts and High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane access — making electric driving even more rewarding.

In-State EV Manufacturing

By stimulating EV demand, encouraging innovation, and supporting startups, California has made EVs its biggest export product — creating thousands of jobs in the process. Big players in EV manufacturing based in California include Proterra (electric buses), Karma Automotive (luxury EVs), and HPEVS (electric motor drive systems). EVCharge4U is one of the premier companies providing advice and installation of commercial and residential car charging units throughout the Bay Area.