Ford covers home charger and installation costs for electric vehicle buyers

“For many owners, refueling at home with electricity can represent a significant cost savings compared to refueling with gas. The problem is that almost half of them don’t know how home charging works,” he wrote. “Our industry seems to want to answer these questions in a time-honored way – cash. Cheap leasing contracts for electric vehicles are popping up everywhere. Ford figures it will need more than just jumbo rebates to really get away with the estimated 19.” Millions of people in the U.S. interested in electric vehicles need—you guessed it—convenience, safety and expert service. It needs a modern version of the friendly gas station, only this time you fill up at home.”

Ford customers who have already purchased an electric vehicle before Tuesday are excluded from the promotion unless they purchase another one.

Ford is working with its charging installation partner Qmerit. The program covers standard installation, supporting a circuit of up to 60 amps and a cable length of 80 feet. The charger does not use a NEMA 14-50 outlet. If a customer's home requires a panel upgrade, the customer will be responsible for covering the difference.