Consumers Energy offers the PowerMIDrive program to support savings for EV drivers.

• Nighttime Savers Electric Rate: Rate that lowers the cost of electricity at night, ideal for overnight EV charging.


• Smart Charging Incentive: Earn a $10 monthly bill credit by charging your EV between 11 PM and 6 AM on weekdays or anytime during the weekend. This incentive can be earned for up to 12 months.


• Charger Installation Rebate: Receive a $500 rebate for the installation of a qualified level 2 charger with *a maximum output of 9.6 kW (50-amp circuit maximum/40 amps of output maximum). If you install a charger exceeding an output of 9.6 kW then additional upgrade fees for your electrical system may apply

You can apply to the PowerMIDrive Program at the following link:

https://www.consumersenergy.com/residential/savings-and-clean-energy/electric-vehicles/rebate-application

The charger installation rebate covers the costs associated with the installation of a level 2 charger (i.e. wire, labor, etc.). However, if the installation is less than $500, we will also consider the cost of a charger purchase in the rebate amount.

The median cost for installation with our preferred installer network is $900**. Of note, this does not include the cost of permits or chargers.

**All installation cost estimates are an approximate estimate of cost and actual costs will vary. These estimated installation costs are not a promise or guarantee and are being provided without warranty of any kind. Consumers Energy is not liable for any special, indirect, or consequential damages, or any damages whatsoever, for claims related to these estimated installation costs. Data is subject to change without notice.

No, you may hire any certified electrician of your choice and submit receipts for your out-of-pocket expenses to redeem the rebate.

Electric Vehicle owners who charge overnight save an average of $4** per month on the Nighttime Savers rate.

**All calculations are an approximate estimate of potential savings and are based on average electric vehicle range and a Nighttime Savers electric rate. Actual results will vary. These calculations are not a promise or guarantee of any savings shown and are being provided without warranty of any kind. Consumers Energy is not liable for any special, indirect, or consequential damages, or any damages whatsoever, for claims related to these calculations. Data is subject to change without notice.