Rhode Island Electric Vehicle Infrastructure & Adoption Analysis
Explore 370 charging stations across 40 cities
Infrastructure Grade
13% DC Fast
Based on DC Fast Charger ratio
130 of 1,005 ports
Density Metrics
Data Status
Current
Last updated: Jan 28, 2026
Data sourced from U.S. DOE AFDC
Cities in Rhode Island
Providence
Warwick
Newport
East Providence
Cranston
Middletown
Smithfield
East Greenwich
Johnston
North Kingstown
Lincoln
Woonsocket
Cumberland
Hopkinton
South Kingstown
Narragansett
Pawtucket
Barrington
Warren
West Warwick
Portsmouth
Bristol
Westerly
Charlestown
Burrillville
Tiverton
Kingstown
Exeter
Rumford
Kingston
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Local Insights
Level 2 Focused Infrastructure
Rhode Island's charging network emphasizes Level 2 charging (79% of ports), ideal for overnight and workplace charging.
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2026 Federal EV Tax Credits
Federal incentives can significantly reduce the cost of purchasing an electric vehicle. Here are the current tax credits available in 2026:
Clean Vehicle Credit
$7,500
For new qualifying electric vehicles. Income limits apply: $150k (single), $300k (joint filing). Vehicle MSRP limits: $55k (cars), $80k (SUVs/trucks).
Used EV Credit
$4,000
30% of purchase price (max $4,000) for used EVs. Must be at least 2 years old, priced under $25,000, and purchased from a dealer.
Commercial Credit
$7,500+
Up to $7,500 for vehicles under 14,000 lbs, $40,000 for larger commercial vehicles. No income limits for business purchases.
Tax credit availability depends on vehicle eligibility and individual circumstances. View IRS guidelines