An electric vehicle (EV) is a car propelled by one or more electric motors, using energy stored in one or more rechargeable batteries.
In Wisconsin, electric vehicles (EVs) are subject to several state regulations and incentives designed to promote their use and integration into the transportation system. Wisconsin does not have a Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) program like some other states, but it does offer various incentives such as potential tax credits and rebates for the purchase and installation of EV charging stations. The state also has an Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) tax credit for businesses. EV owners in Wisconsin are required to pay an annual electric vehicle registration fee, which is higher than the fee for conventional vehicles, to account for the fact that EVs do not contribute to the gas tax revenues used for road maintenance. Additionally, the state follows federal regulations and guidelines regarding vehicle safety and emissions, although the latter is less relevant for fully electric vehicles that do not produce tailpipe emissions.