Estimated U.S. Electricity Consumption by Light-duty Electric Vehicles

Release date: August 26, 2026

Notice

EIA initially launched these electric vehicle (EV) consumption estimates in December 2023 as Appendix D of the Electric Power Monthly. This appendix now presents our most recent experimental estimates for EV electricity consumption and provides an overview of the methodology used to construct them. These estimates are based on models and are subject to model error. We advise data users to exercise caution when incorporating these data in their analyses. We’re inviting comments on the potential uses of these data, the methodology, and possible enhancements. We plan to regularly reassess potential methodological improvements, based on this feedback and internal evaluations. Before adopting the new estimates as official statistics, we will ensure that they meet the same high-quality data standards applied to all of our statistical products. You can send comments and questions to the EIA Electricity Team.