EVolve NY’s goals are simple: Make EVs easy to own and operate in New York State, and reduce the carbon footprint of the state’s transportation sector. New York has committed to being a leader in EV infrastructure, investing up to $250 million through 2025 to build fast, affordable and reliable charging stations throughout the state so New Yorkers can drive electric with confidence.
Learn MoreOur hope is that NYPA’s EVolve NY chargers become part of the community fabric, providing increased access to fast charging for more New Yorkers,” said
Justin Driscoll, NYPA Interim President and CEO
By the end of 2022, NYPA will have up to 140 fast chargers installed or in construction through its EVolve NY program at average intervals of 50 miles along key interstate corridors and in select urban hubs, such as our 10-charger site at JFK Airport.
Customers can charge their EV in 15-30 minutes, at charging speeds up to 350kw
The fee for NYPA chargers is only $0.35/kwh + tax, with no additional session or idle fees. The average NY driver can save an average of $800 to $1,000 a year on fueling costs over an equivalent gasoline-powered car.
Charging stations will be installed at intervals of 50 miles, on average, with easy and safe access from highway exits. Food, restrooms and shelter also will be within walking distance of each station.
Yes, as long as the vehicle has fast charging capability (virtually every new, fully electric car is capable of fast charging, while plug-in hybrid cars that also have gas tanks tend not to be equipped with fast charging). Tesla vehicles can charge via their CHAdeMO port using an adapter (adapters are available at select charging locations).
Ultimately drivers will be able to travel all of New York State with confidence that a charging station is within 50 miles of their location, on average. Charging stations will be located:
Typically 15-30 minutes. The actual time depends on:
Let’s use an example with a hypothetical price of $0.35 per kWh (the standard unit of energy in your EV’s battery). The largest EV batteries on the market today are nearly 100 kWh. To charge a 100kWh battery from 0% to 100% would cost $35. To charge that same battery from 20% to 80% (80% charge is recommended to optimize battery health) would cost $21 ($0.35/kWh x 60% x 100 kWh =$21).
Each charging station has a phone number to call for 24/7 help in troubleshooting any charging or payment issues. Peace of mind and reliability are EVolve NY’s top priorities; if users cannot initiate charging themselves, the help line can remotely begin the charging session.
It’s a great time to buy an EV in New York with a Drive Clean Rebate for plug-in electric vehicles up to $2,000 for a new car purchase or lease. There’s also a Federal Tax Credit available up to $7,500!
Check with your local utility for rebates related to charging an EV at home.
