Fuel giant AAA lowers gas prices and rebrands with the promise of the most affordable EV charging rates.
In a move to cater to the growing number of electric vehicle (EV) owners, AAA has expanded its Fuel Prices website to include detailed, current pricing for DC Fast Charging and other public EV charging rates. This addition allows EV drivers to easily locate charging prices along their routes, compare costs, and better understand overall EV charging expenses relative to gasoline fueling costs.
As of today, the national average cost for a kilowatt-hour (kWh) at a public charging station stands at 36 cents. However, DC Fast Charging rates can be higher, often around 50 cents per kWh in some examples. For instance, charging an EV at home might cost approximately $59 monthly using average household electricity rates, but using a DC fast charger at a public station could cost about $169 for the same amount of energy[1].
This data contextualizes EV charging costs compared to gasoline, which averages around $3.16 per gallon nationally, with variations across regions like Georgia, where gas prices and EV charging rates are also tracked[2][3][4].
By incorporating EV charging costs, AAA provides drivers with access to regional and national pricing trends for electricity and gas fuel. The AAA TripTik Travel Planner now supports route-based searching of charging stations and their pricing, helping with trip cost planning. Users can compare fuel and charging costs side-by-side, understanding cost-saving opportunities depending on how and where they charge.
Currently, the EV charging map provided by AAA offers national and state averages only. The platform does not provide historical EV charging price data or information at the county or metropolitan levels[5]. However, it offers detailed gasoline price information at the national, state, county, and metropolitan levels.
The addition of EV charging data is aimed at addressing the needs of nearly 2 million AAA members who reside in households with at least one EV. As of today, 28 states now report average gas prices under $3 per gallon.
Whether you're fueling up with gasoline or plugging in your EV, the bottom line remains the same-it's all about keeping your car running. AAA invites users to visit its updated platform at gasprices.aaa.com for the latest Energy Information Administration (EIA) data, gasoline and EV charging price trends, and broader oil market dynamics.
[1] Source for home charging cost estimation [2] Source for national gasoline price [3] Source for Georgia gasoline price [4] Source for EV charging rates [5] Source for lack of county and metropolitan level information in EV charging map
In the realm of technology, AAA has integrated EV charging costs into their Fuel Prices website, allowing users to compare EV charging rates with gasoline costs for better trip planning. The data displayed includes national average costs for a kilowatt-hour at public charging stations, which stands at 36 cents, while DC Fast Charging rates can be higher, often around 50 cents per kWh.
