# CODA Automotive Gives Free EV Charging Stations for Customers’ Garages

- Link: https://greenlivingguy.com/2012/11/coda-automotive-gives-free-ev-charging-stations-for-customers-garages/
- Published: 2012-11-16T21:20:36-05:00
- Author: greenlivingguy

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — CODA Automotive, a leading developer of
all-electric vehicles, today announced it is offering California residents who purchase
a new 2012 CODA electric vehicle (EV) a complimentary home [GE WattStation™ Wall-Mount](https://www.ge.com/)
Level 2 EV charger, plus a home assessment and installation* of the charger conducted
by [Mr. Electric](https://mrelectric.com/). The incentive, which is available at
CODA dealers across California, features CODA Automotive’s preferred charger and
charger installation partners. CODA’s Free Home Charging Station promotion, a value
worth approximately $2,000, will run through December 2, 2012.

“Being able to completely fuel your CODA at home from empty to full in less than
6 hours with our partner’s GE’s [WattStation](https://greenlivingguy.com/2011/04/ges-charge-wattstation-communicator/)
charger is a convenience that every owner should be able to enjoy,” said Thomas 
Hausch, CODA Automotive senior vice president of sales, marketing and aftersales.“
By eliminating these upfront costs of EV ownership and concerns about charging infrastructure,
CODA is continuing its commitment to fulfilling its mission of putting an electric
vehicle in every garage. When consumers realize that owning an EV provides significantly
lower running costs, gives them full access to the carpool lane, allows them to 
avoid high gas prices forever and enjoy federal and state  tax incentives of up 
to $10,000 in California and more – going electric today is an effective and fun
solution.”

While public [electric vehicle](https://greenlivingguy.com/2006/08/tesla-roadster-unveiled-in-santa-monica/)
fueling locations are increasing every day, a study conducted by the California 
Center for Sustainable Energy shows that 91 percent of plug-in electric vehicle (
PEV) owners in California have installed a residential charger; the US Department
of Energy’s Vehicle Technologies Program finds three out of four owners still primarily
charge at home.  A Level 2 EVSE enables customers to top off or recharge quickly
by simply plugging in their EV when they come home. In addition to leaving home ‘
full’ everyday, EV drivers are not subjected to the fuel inflation that gas- or 
diesel-powered car drivers experience.  GE WattStation Wall-Mount chargers should
also add to a home’s value, and its smart grid-enabled technology will support accessing
lower electricity usage rates over time.

The new 2012 CODA is the first all-electric five-passenger, compact sedan with full
rear seating and trunk space that meets American drivers’ daily transportation needs
without an ounce of gasoline:

 ◦ **Best-in-class driving range**^(()^(1)^()): The 31kWh 2012 CODA mileage vehicle
   features an EPA rated combined range of 88 miles per charge. Depending on driving
   habits and other factors, it can be driven up to 125 miles on a single charge,
   nearly four times the average daily commute^(()^(2)^()).
 ◦ **Fast and easy recharging: **A 6.6kW onboard charging capability provides a 
   full charge in less than six hours on 240 V (Level 2 EVSE)^(()^(3)^()).
 ◦ **Reliable EV Battery Technology: **The CODA sedan is powered by an efficient
   Lithium-iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) battery pack with an industry leading 10-year,
   100,000-mile limited battery warranty.
 ◦ **Dependable range: **The active thermal management system provides constant 
   battery care to help optimize the battery pack’s performance in hot and [cold weather](https://greenlivingguy.com/2012/01/homebuyers-enthusiastic-about-nexusenergy-homes/)
   conditions^(()^(1)^()).
 ◦ **Available now in California: **The 31kWh 2012 CODA has a MSRP of $37,250. In
   California, federal and individual state tax saving and credits may bring the
   price down to $27,250^(()^(4)^()) before the promotion.

CODA’s Free Home Charging Station promotion is comprised of a giveaway of an GE 
WattStation Wall-Mount EVSE and point-of-sale rebate for the EVSE installation*,
available for California residents from CODA dealers through December 2, 2012. Consumers
can contact a CODA dealer for test drives and more information: CODA Los Angeles;
CODA of Silicon Valley; Fladeboe CODA in Irvine, Calif.; and Marvin K. Brown CODA
San Diego.

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