NEW YORK: Pumping gas may be a thing of the past for drivers

SPECTRUM NY 1: According to the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, the Charge NY Initiative is designed to allow more New Yorkers to convert to alternative energy.

Governor Kathy Hochul fast tracked the state goal of reaching zero emissions from passenger vehicles by the year 2035. As of now, California is the only other state to achieve this milestone.

According to the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, the Charge NY Initiative is designed to allow more New Yorkers to convert to alternative energy. Governor Kathy Hochul fast tracked the state goal of reaching zero emissions from passenger vehicles by the year 2035. As of now, California is the only other state to achieve this milestone.

“If I were buying gas, it comes out to $2,500. That’s what I would have spent so far. My electric, I know it was exactly $350. So it’s really a no brainer,” said William Taylor of Middletown, NY.

Saving at the pump (or charger) isn’t the only incentive for buyers. To help residents achieve the goal of zero emissions from passenger vehicles, the state is offering a Drive Clean rebate up to $2,000 for new purchases or leases of electric vehicles. New electric vehicles owners are also eligible for a federal tax credit up to $7,500.....

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