The Cheaper Way to Drive

Lower Fuel Costs.
More Money in Your Pocket.

Electricity is significantly cheaper than gasoline, especially when you charge at home or use rooftop solar. An electric vehicle can help you drive for just pennies per mile.

  • Affordable home charging
  • Predictable energy costs
  • Potential solar-powered driving
Typical Home Charging Cost
3¢–5¢ per mile

Charge overnight at home and every mile can cost far less than driving a typical gasoline-powered vehicle.

Electricity vs. Gasoline

See the Difference in Cost Per Mile

Gas prices can rise and fall dramatically. Electricity, especially at home, is typically more affordable and predictable.

EV Public Charging Cost varies by network and speed
10¢–20¢ per mile
Gasoline Vehicle Based on 20–25 MPG and $3.50 per gallon
15¢–20¢ per mile

Actual costs vary based on the vehicle, electricity rate, fuel price, charging location and driving conditions.

Everyday Savings

Why Electric Driving Costs Less

01

Charge at Home

Plug in overnight while you sleep and begin the next day with the energy you need, without making a separate trip to a gas station.

02

Use Off-Peak Rates

Many Arizona utilities offer Time-of-Use plans with lower electricity prices during overnight or off-peak hours.

03

Drive on Sunshine

Pair an EV with rooftop solar and use locally generated energy to reduce or potentially eliminate your vehicle’s fuel costs.

Affordable and Convenient

Home Charging Makes Saving Simple

Most EV charging happens at home. Plug in when you arrive, charge during lower-cost hours and wake up ready to drive.

  • No regular stops at the gas station
  • Charge while your vehicle is parked
  • Take advantage of lower off-peak utility rates
  • Enjoy more predictable monthly driving costs
$0 Potential fuel cost when charging with surplus rooftop solar
Drive on Sunshine

Turn Arizona Sunlight Into Transportation

Charging during the day when rooftop solar panels are producing excess electricity can allow your vehicle to run on energy generated at home.

  • Reduce reliance on gasoline
  • Use locally produced renewable energy
  • Lower household transportation expenses
  • Reduce tailpipe emissions while driving
Real Savings for Real People

Arizona Drivers Are Already Saving

Lower energy costs can make a meaningful difference in a household budget, especially for drivers who travel many miles each month.

I used to spend more than $300 a month on gas. Now I spend under $40 on electricity, and nothing when I charge from my solar.

EV Driver in Tucson

Between fuel and maintenance, our two-EV household saves more than $2,000 a year.

Flagstaff EV Family

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