V I S I T : W W W. P L U G N D R I V E. C A. YOUR GUIDE TO ELECTRIC CARS Prepared by Plug n Drive. BLOG / plugndrive.wordpress.com

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1 V I S I T : W W W. P L U G N D R I V E. C A YOUR GUIDE TO ELECTRIC CARS Prepared by Plug n Drive TWITTER PLUGIN FACEBOOK / PlugNDrive BLOG / plugndrive.wordpress.com FEBRUARY 2015

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3 TABLE OF CONTENTS 02 ABOUT ELECTRIC CARS 24 CHARGING STATIONS Who is Plug n Drive?... 2 What is an electric car?... 4 Save big on fuel costs... 5 Reduce your carbon footprint... 6 Government Incentives FIND YOUR ELECTRIC CAR BMW i BMW i Cadillac ELR Chevrolet Spark Electric Chevrolet VOLT Ford C-Max Energi Ford Focus Electric Ford Fusion Energi Kia Soul Electric Mitsubishi i-miev Nissan LEAF Porsche Panamera S E Hybrid smart fortwo Electric Tesla Model S Toyota Prius Plug-in Public charger map Home Charging Stations Charging in Condominiums EV FAQs How do I charge my car? How do I get a charging station for my house? How do I get a charging station for my condo? What do EVs mean for Canada s economy? How far can I drive? How long do the batteries last? How much do they cost to drive?... 45

4 WHO IS PLUG N DRIVE? Plug'n Drive is a non-profit organization committed to accelerating the adoption of electric cars to maximize their environmental and economic benefits. Since 2011, Plug n Drive has established itself as a leader in the electric car space; a trusted source of unbiased information on electric cars, charging stations and the electricity sector. Electric cars save drivers money (see page 5) Electric cars are good for the environment (see page 6-7) Electric cars benefit Ontario s economy (see page 45) 2 PAGE plugndrive.ca

5 Plug n Drive thanks our lead sponsors: Plug n Drive has been travelling on the EV Roadshow since 2011, reaching more than 55,000 people and providing more than 2,500 test drives at over 200 events. Electrify your ride: Visit plugndrive.ca to learn more about the electric car models available in Canada. Get a charging station: Choose, buy and install your charging station through our online store at chargemycar.ca. Time for a road trip? Visit Plug n Drive s and CAA s public charging station map at caa.ca/evstations to find a public charger near you.

6 TWO TYPES OF ELECTRIC CAR BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) A BEV is a fully electric car that never uses gas. BMW i3* Ford Focus Electric Kia Soul EV Mitsubishi i-miev Nissan LEAF smart fortwo Electric Tesla Model S PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) A PHEV uses both electricity and gas. It has a small battery pack for short all-electric driving distances. When the battery is empty, the gas engine turns on for longer driving distances. Models available in Canada include: BMW i3* BMW i8 Cadillac ELR Chevrolet VOLT Ford C-Max Energi Ford Fusion Energi Porsche Panamera S E Hybrid Toyota Prius Plug-in * The BMW i3 can be purchased with a range-extending gasoline engine. 4 PAGE plugndrive.ca

7 SAVE BIG ON FUEL COSTS The cost of buying a new car isn t just in the price tag, you also need to factor-in the cost of ownership. Because electric cars use electricity instead of gas, you can save thousands of dollars per year on fuel costs. Average Cost to Drive 100km* BEV $2.75 PHEV $4.68 Compact/Station Wagon $12.90 Subcompact/Mid-Size $13.91 Full-Size $15.88 Mini Van/SUV $16.45 Pickup Truck $18.10 *Numbers calculated using NRCan s 2014 fuel efficiency figures, $1.00 per litre of gasoline and off-peak electricity pricing in Ontario as of February 17, 2015.

8 REDUCE YOUR CARBON FOOTPRINT Ontario s cars and trucks burn more than 16 billion litres of gasoline each year and emit more than 37 million tonnes of carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) into the atmosphere. The burning of fossil fuels reduces air quality and produces greenhouse gas emissions. Released into our atmosphere, these GHGs are contributing to climate change, extreme weather events and health problems. Most of the CO 2 emissions associated with your electric car are from the generation of electricity. By switching to an electric car you can reduce your CO 2 emissions by as much as 5,000 kg per year, or, about 90%. This is especially true when the electricity used to charge your car s battery comes from low-emitting energy sources, such as nuclear and hydro, as is the case in Ontario. 6 PAGE plugndrive.ca

9 AVERAGE EMISSIONS (KG) OF CO 2 /100KM TRIP* BEV 1.2 kg PHEV 8.1 kg Compact/Station Wagon 30.4 kg Subcompact & Midsize 32.7 kg Full Size 37.3 kg Mini Van & SUV 38.7 kg Pickup Truck 42.5 kg *All figures are based on NRCan Fuel Efficiency figures for 2014, assuming 100 km of driving and charging during off-peak hours at night or on weekends. BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle)

10 S A V E WIT H P R O VINC IAL INCENTIVE S ON YOUR NEXT ELECTRIC CAR PURCHASE The Government of Ontario offers an incentive of up to $8,500 off the cost of a new electric vehicle (EV) and up to $1,000 off the cost of buying and installing a charging station. - Drivers are also eligible for a green license plate which allows them to use high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes even with one person in the car until June PAGE plugndrive.ca

11 VEHICLE I N CENTIVE PROGRA M The EV Incentive Program applies to new highway capable plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) or full battery electric vehicles (BEVs) purchased on or after July 1, The value of the incentive is based on the vehicle s battery capacity and ranges from $5,000 to $8,500. The value of the incentive for leased vehicles is scaled to the term of the lease (a minimum term of 36 months is required for the full incentive). CHARGER I N CENTIVE PROGRA M Any individual, business, municipality or non-profit organization that has purchased an EV and received an incentive under the Electric Vehicle Incentive Program can also apply for the charging station incentive. The incentive covers 50% of the purchase and 50% of the installation costs for a Level 2 (208V or 240V) charging station, up to a maximum of $1,000. M O R E I N FORMA T ION For more information about provinical incentive programs, eligibility and how you can save more on your next electric vehicle purchase, visit: plugndrive.ca/incentives-and-rebates

12 COST: $44,950 MSRP PROVINCIAL REBATE: $8, PAGE plugndrive.ca

13 BMW i3 (100% ELECTRIC) The i3 is the future of mobility, now! It s quick, quiet, economical and clean! - Horatiu B. Plug n Drive Analysis* BMW i3 Subcompact Gas Car Cost to drive 100 km $2.25 $13.79 CO2 Emissions per 100 km 1.0 kg 32.4 kg *Cost and emissions figures are based on NRCan s 2014 fuel efficiency data, night time or weekend charging using off-peak electricity in Ontario and a gasoline price of $1.00 per litre. Electric Range Gas Range Horsepower km** 119 km** 170 hp Torque 184 lb-ft Curb Weight 1,195 kg km/h 7.2 sec *The standard BMW i3 is fully electric. A range extending gasoline generator is available (REX). If you select the REX, the electric driving range drops to 113 km and you gain a gas range of 119 km for a total driving range of 232 km. For more information, visit: plugndrive.ca/ev-models.

15 BMW i8 (PLUG-IN HYBRID ELECTRIC) The i8 is made from the lightest, strongest materials using the most advanced techniques that BMW could apply. This is Munich s little miracle: a modern hypercar done for a fraction of the price. - Matt S. Plug n Drive Analysis* BMW i8 Subcompact Gas Car Cost to drive 100 km $7.17 $13.79 CO2 Emissions per 100 km 15.2 kg 32.4 kg *Cost and emissions figures are based on NRCan s 2014 fuel efficiency data, night time or weekend charging using off-peak electricity in Ontario, a gasoline price of $1.00 per litre, 24 km of driving on electric and 76 km of driving on gasoline. Electric Range Gas Range Horsepower 24 km 476 km 362 hp Torque 420 lb-ft Curb Weight 1,575 kg km/h 4.4 sec For more information, visit: plugndrive.ca/ev-models.

17 CADILLAC ELR (PLUG-IN HYBRID ELECTRIC) As a plug-in hybrid luxury coupe, the ELR is something unique in the market. And as a pure automotive sculpture, it s utterly gorgeous. - John H. Plug n Drive Analysis* Cadillac ELR Compact Gas Car Cost to drive 100 km $4.95 $12.83 CO2 Emissions per 100 km 7.8 kg 30.2 kg *Cost and emissions figures are based on NRCan s 2014 fuel efficiency data, night time or weekend charging using off-peak electricity in Ontario, a gasoline price of $1.00 per litre, 59 km of driving on electric and 41 km of driving on gasoline. Electric Range 59 km Torque 295 lb-ft Gas Range Horsepower 434 km 157 hp Curb Weight km/h 1,846 kg 7.8 sec For more information, visit: plugndrive.ca/ev-models.

18 COST: $29,995 MSRP PROVINCIAL REBATE: $8, 500 FLEET USE ONLY 16 PAGE plugndrive.ca

19 CHEVROLET SPARK EV (100% ELECTRIC) With provincial tax breaks and no gasoline to buy, like other pure electrics, the Spark EV cis an amazing deal for fleets. - Kevin W. Plug n Drive Analysis* Chevrolet Spark EV Subcompact Gas Car Cost to drive 100 km $2.38 $13.79 CO2 Emissions per 100 km 1.0 kg 32.4 kg *Cost and emissions figures are based on NRCan s 2014 fuel efficiency data, night time or weekend charging using off-peak electricity in Ontario and a gasoline price of $1.00 per litre. Electric Range Gas Range Horsepower 131 km 0 km 136 hp Torque 327 lb-ft Curb Weight 1,070 kg km/h 7.9 sec For more information, visit: plugndrive.ca/ev-models.

21 CHEVROLET VOLT (PLUG-IN HYBRID ELECTRIC) It s a better way to drive. When you get behind the wheel your jaw hits the floor because it s powerful and fast. - John W. Plug n Drive Analysis* Chevrolet VOLT Compact Gas Car Cost to drive 100 km $4.24 $12.83 CO 2 Emissions per 100 km 6.6 kg 30.2 kg *Cost and emissions figures are based on NRCan s 2014 fuel efficiency data, night time or weekend charging using off-peak electricity in Ontario, a gasoline price of $1.00 per litre, 61 km of driving on electric and 39 km of driving on gasoline. Electric Range Gas Range Horsepower 61 km 486 km 149 hp Torque 273 lb-ft Curb Weight 1,721 kg km/h 9 sec For more information, visit: plugndrive.ca/ev-models.

23 FORD C-MAX ENERGI (PLUG-IN HYBRID ELECTRIC) It looks more like a concept car than anything else that can be had for less than $100,000 and it s even more arresting in person than in photos. - Andrew C. Plug n Drive Analysis* Ford C-Max Energi Mid-Size Gas Car Cost to drive 100 km $5.14 $14.02 CO2 Emissions per 100 km 10.2 kg 33.0 kg *Cost and emissions figures are based on NRCan s 2014 fuel efficiency data, night time or weekend charging using off-peak electricity in Ontario, a gasoline price of $1.00 per litre, 32 km of driving on electric and 68 km of driving on gasoline. Electric Range Gas Range Horsepower 32 km 824 km 141 hp Torque 129 lb-ft Curb Weight 1,750 kg km/h 7.9 sec For more information, visit: plugndrive.ca/ev-models.

25 FORD FOCUS ELECTRIC (100% ELECTRIC) Delivering environmental sustainability, reducing greenhouse gas emissions while furthering the shift away from a reliance on fossil fuels, the all-new compact Ford Focus EV goes a little further than the rest. -Richard C. Plug n Drive Analysis* Ford Focus Electric Compact Gas Car Cost to drive 100 km $2.68 $12.83 CO 2 Emissions per 100 km 1.1 kg 30.2 kg *Cost and emissions figures are based on NRCan s 2014 fuel efficiency data, night time or weekend charging using off-peak electricity in Ontario and a gasoline price of $1.00 per litre. Electric Range Gas Range Horsepower 122 km 0 km 143 hp Torque 184 lb-ft Curb Weight 1,651 kg km/h 8.6 sec For more information, visit: plugndrive.ca/ev-models.

26 CHARGE AT ONE OF CANADA S 2000+STATIONS AT LOCATIONS. Visit Plug n Drive s and CAA s charger map to plan your next road trip. New stations are being added in Canada every month and the list is growing. Visit caa.ca/evstations or caa.ca/mobile to find a charger near you. If you know of a station that s not on our map, please contact us at: info@plugndrive.ca. 24 PAGE plugndrive.ca

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29 FORD FUSION ENERGI (PLUG-IN HYBRID ELECTRIC) After a week with the 2013 Ford Fusion Energi, I m once again singing the praises of a hybrid vehicle. It s amazing what a little evolution and a good design package can do for one s opinion. - Miranda L. Plug n Drive Analysis* Ford Fusion Energi Mid-Size Gas Car Cost to drive 100 km $5.14 $14.02 CO 2 Emissions per 100 km 10.2 kg 33.0 kg *Cost and emissions figures are based on NRCan s 2014 fuel efficiency data, night time or weekend charging using off-peak electricity in Ontario, a gasoline price of $1.00 per litre, 32 km of driving on electric and 68 km of driving on gasoline. Electric Range Gas Range Horsepower 32 km 824 km 188 hp Torque 129 lb-ft Curb Weight 1,783 kg km/h 8.6 sec For more information, visit: plugndrive.ca/ev-models.

31 KIA SOUL EV (100% ELECTRIC) The Kia Soul EV appeals to the eco-friendly, maintains the utility of the gas-powered Soul and adds a host of high tech features. - Tony S. Plug n Drive Analysis* Cost to drive 100 km CO2 Emissions per 100 km Kia Soul EV Station Wagon Gas Car $2.66 $ kg 30.5 kg *Cost and emissions figures are based on NRCan s 2014 fuel efficiency data, night time or weekend charging using off-peak electricity in Ontario and a gasoline price of $1.00 per litre. Electric Range Gas Range Horsepower 149 km 0 km 109 hp Torque Curb Weight km/h 210 lb-ft 3,247 kg 11.5 sec For more information, visit: plugndrive.ca/ev-models.

33 MITSUBISHI I-MIEV (100% ELECTRIC) I love driving this car: it doesn t make any noise or any pollution and it s great in the winter - it doesn t slip or slide: it s like having a four-wheel drive. When I think of my husband who still has to fill up his car, I feel liberated. -Isabelle B. Plug n Drive Analysis* Mitsubishi i-miev Subcompact Gas Car Cost to drive 100 km $2.50 $13.79 CO 2 Emissions per 100 km 1.1 kg 32.4 kg *Cost and emissions figures are based on NRCan s 2014 fuel efficiency data, night time or weekend charging using off-peak electricity in Ontario and a gasoline price of $1.00 per litre. Electric Range Gas Range Horsepower 100 km 0 km 66 hp Torque 145 lb-ft Curb Weight 1,146 kg km/h 11.5 sec For more information, visit: plugndrive.ca/ev-models.

35 NISSAN LEAF (100% ELECTRIC) When I drive other vehicles, I feel like I m going back to the Stone Age, I get more efficiency and much more fun from our Nissan LEAF. - Bill C. Plug n Drive Analysis* Nissan LEAF Mid-Size Gas Car Cost to drive 100 km $2.46 $14.02 CO2 Emissions per 100 km 1.1 kg 33.0 kg *Cost and emissions figures are based on NRCan s 2014 fuel efficiency data, night time or weekend charging using off-peak electricity in Ontario and a gasoline price of $1.00 per litre. Electric Range 135 km Torque 207 lb-ft Gas Range 0 km Curb Weight 1,481 kg Horsepower 107 hp km/h 9.9 sec For more information, visit: plugndrive.ca/ev-models.

37 PANAMERA S E HYBRID (PLUG-IN HYBRID ELECTRIC) You d be forgiven if you never before used the terms luxury, sports, sedan and plug-in hybrid in the same sentence to describe a new car. But those descriptors are entirely appropriate when characterizing one member - the Porche Panamera S E Hybrid. - Ron S. Plug n Drive Analysis* Panamera S E Hybrid Full-Size Gas Car Cost to drive 100 km $7.99 $15.88 CO2 Emissions per 100 km 16.6 kg 37.3 kg *Cost and emissions figures are based on NRCan s 2014 fuel efficiency data, night time or weekend charging using off-peak electricity in Ontario, a gasoline price of $1.00 per litre, 26 km of driving on electric and 74 km of driving on gasoline. Electric Range 26 km Torque 325 lb-ft Gas Range 843 km Curb Weight 2,177 kg Horsepower 333 hp km/h 5.5 sec For more information, visit: plugndrive.ca/ev-models.

39 SMART FORTWO ELECTRIC DRIVE (100% ELECTRIC) The smart fortwo electric makes more sense than other smarts... electrifying the smart car has made it better to drive and lowering the price has made it palatable. - Tony Q. Plug n Drive Analysis* smart fortwo EV Two Seater Gas Car Cost to drive 100 km $2.62 $12.83 CO2 Emissions per 100 km 1.1 kg 30.2 kg *Cost and emissions figures are based on NRCan s 2014 fuel efficiency data, night time or weekend charging using off-peak electricity in Ontario and a gasoline price of $1.00 per litre. Range in EV 109 km Torque 96 lb-ft Gas Range 0 km Curb Weight 900 kg Horsepower 47 hp km/h 13 sec For more information, visit: plugndrive.ca/ev-models.

41 TESLA MODEL-S (85 kwh Battery) (100% ELECTRIC) It s the best car I ve ever driven. It s silent, smooth and powerful. As an added bonus, I m also cutting carbon emissions! - Jason T. Plug n Drive Analysis* Tesla Model S Full-Size Gas Car Cost to drive 100 km $3.16 $15.88 CO2 Emissions per 100 km 1.3 kg 37.3 kg *Cost and emissions figures are based on NRCan s 2014 fuel efficiency data, night time or weekend charging using off-peak electricity in Ontario and a gasoline price of $1.00 per litre. Electric Range Gas Range Horsepower 426 km 0 km 380 hp Torque 443 lb-ft Curb Weight 2,108 kg km/h 5.6 sec For more information, visit: plugndrive.ca/ev-models.

43 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN (PLUG-IN HYBRID ELECTRIC) If you enjoy smooth, quiet, emission-free driving for pennies/km, but on occasion still need to efficiently travel great distances, the Prius Plug-in offers the best of both worlds -- the most reliable, affordable, plug-in capable hybrid with unlimited range. - E.S. Plug n Drive Analysis* Toyota Prius Plug-In Mid-Size Gas Car Cost to drive 100 km $4.31 $14.02 CO2 Emissions per 100 km 9.3 kg 33.0 kg *Cost and emissions figures are based on NRCan s 2014 fuel efficiency data, night time or weekend charging using off-peak electricity in Ontario, a gasoline price of $1.00 per litre, 17 km of driving on electric and 83 km of driving on gasoline. Electric Range 17 km Torque 153 lb-ft Gas Range 828 km Curb Weight 1,449 kg Horsepower 80 hp km/h 11.4 sec For more information, visit: plugndrive.ca/ev-models.

44 EV MODELS COMING TO CANADA SOON! TESLA MODEL X Falcon wing doors on the Tesla Model X allow for easy access to the back seat while adding a level of unparalleled style. CHEVROLET BOLT Boasting a 300+ km range for a price tag around $30,000, the Chevrolet BOLT will be a game changer. 42 PAGE plugndrive.ca

45 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER PHEV The new Outlander Plug-in Hybrid SUV is one of the first four-wheel electric cars to hit the market, bringing you fuel efficiency like you ve never experienced before in an SUV.

46 KNOW THE FACTS Q. HOW DO I CHARGE MY ELECTRIC CAR? A. Electric cars charge their batteries by plugging into the electricity grid. Most people charge at home overnight when it s most convenient and the cost of electricity is lowest. All electric cars come with a cordset in the trunk that can be used to plug into a regular wall outlet (Level 1). However, most electric car drivers choose to install a 240V (Level 2) charging station that can fully charge their car s battery in 4-6 hours. Remember that you won t usually come home empty, so less time is usually needed. Q. HOW DO I GET A CHARGING STATION FOR MY HOUSE? A. There are many charging stations from leading manufacturers available through Plug n Drive s online store Charge My Car. Plug n Drive can also help arrange to have a licensed electrical contractor provide you with a quote and install the station in your garage or driveway. Visit chargemycar.ca to choose, buy and install your charger. Q. HOW DO I GET A CHARGING STATION FOR MY CONDO OR APARTMENT BUILDING? A. At this point in time, the best thing to do is contact your condo board or property management office to express your interest in installing a charging station and go from there. Plug n Drive is happy to assist in any we can throughout the process. For more information, visit plugndrive.ca/condo. 44 PAGE plugndrive.ca

47 FOR MORE FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS VISIT PLUGNDRIVE.CA/FAQS Q. HOW DO ELECTRIC CARS BENEFIT THE ECONOMY? A. Most electricity is made inside the Province where you re using it. Gasoline, on the other hand, is usually imported from elsewhere. By switching to an electric car your money is helping to support local infrastructure and create local jobs. Q. HOW FAR CAN I DRIVE? A. That depends on the model. Full electric cars can travel anywhere between 100 km and 450 km on a full charge. Plug-in hybrid electric cars have an all electric driving range between 20 km and 60 km with range-extended gas engines that can travel between 500 km and 900 km. Q. HOW LONG DO THE BATTERIES LAST? A. The auto makers provide an 8 to 10 year warranty on the battery, although current predictions are that the batteries will last longer than that. At the end of the car s life the battery still has value. A number of emerging companies are looking at used electric car batteries for energy storage and emergency back-up power. Q. HOW MUCH WILL IT COST TO DRIVE AN ELECTRIC CAR? A. The cost to drive an electric car depends on the size of the battery pack, what time of day you charge and how far you are driving. Typically, a pure electric car is less expensive to drive than a plug-in hybrid because pure electric cars don t use gasoline. You can save more than $2,000 per year if you replace your gas car with a pure electric car.

48 CHARGE MY CAR YOUR ONE-STOP-SHOP FOR CHARGING STATIONS Charge My Car is a partnership between Plug n Drive and Ontario s electricity distribution companies. Through Charge My Car, we make it easy for drivers and businesses to get charging stations while providing distribution companies with valuable information about the impacts of electric car charging on the power grid. FUNDERS: PARTNERS: 46 PAGE plugndrive.ca

49 HOME CHARGING* $ hst $ hst Eligible for a $400 Ontario Rebate 208 to 240 volts 30 amps 15 ft. cable Indoor/Outdoor Use Eligible for a $400 Ontario Rebate 240 volts 30 amps 24 ft. cable Indoor/Outdoor Use $1, hst $ hst Eligible for a $500 Ontario Rebate 208 to 240 volts 30 amps 18 ft. cable Indoor/Outdoor Use Eligible for a $430 Ontario Rebate 240 volts 30 amps 18 ft. cable Indoor Use $1, hst $ hst Eligible for a $500 Ontario Rebate 240 volts 30 amps 16 ft. cable Indoor Use Eligible for a $450 Ontario Rebate 240 volts 30 amps 18 ft. cable Indoor/Outdoor Use *Prices subject to change.

50 ENABLING ELECTRIC CAR CHARGING IN CONDOMINIUMS CANADA S FIRST COMPLETE GUIDE FOR INSTALLING EV CHARGING STATIONS IN CONDOMINIUMS SPONSORED BY COLLABORATORS CONTRIBUTOR 48 PAGE plugndrive.ca 1986 Panda symbol WWF-World Wide Fund For Nature (also known as World Wildlife Fund). WWF is a WWF Registered Trademark.

51 Charging an electric car can be a challenge for condominium dwellers. There may be special considerations for condo owners and their condominium board to consider. Among the key considerations, include: Legal Barriers (The Condominium Act, 1998) S.97: Changes Made by Condo Corporation S.98: Changes Made by Owners Parking Configurations Assigned Parking Deeded Parking Electrical Service Building Capacity Distance to Electrical Access At the end of the day, it s just a conversation between you and your condominium board. This guide has been prepared to help inform that conversation. The complete guide is available for free download at: plugndrive.ca/condo

52 GETTING YOUR HOME READY FOR YOUR ELECTRIC CAR IS AS EASY AS !