Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How many EVs are registered in Wyoming?

This map was updated in October 2025. For updated charging station information, visit the Department of Energy interactive map or other available websites and mobile apps, like PlugShare. 

General EV FAQs

Q: What are the different levels of EV charging? Do all chargers work the same?

A: Chargers operate at three levels, which deliver power at different speeds.

Most programs, including NEVI, are focused on Level 3/Direct Current Fast Chargers (DCFC).
While in Level 2 chargers are common, no Federal funding for Level 2 chargers is available at this time. 
The most common type of connectors are the Combined Charging System (CCS) connectors, with the Tesla North American Charging Standard (NACS) charger becoming increasingly common. 

Q: What grants are available for EVs and EV charging infrastructure?

A: You can find information about the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program here. You can find a list of available other grants here. WYDOT only lists grants available from federal agencies. You may find other grants at grants.gov.

Q: Will Wyoming’s harsh winters impact EV usage in the state?

A: EVs will be given no special treatment. Much like gas-powered vehicles, drivers will need to plan ahead for proper fuel stops and will need to watch the weather closely as they travel.

Q: Does WYDOT have any data about tourist usage of EVs?

A: No, currently WYDOT does not have exact numbers of out-of-state EV usage.

Q: How will EV drivers pay fuel tax?

A: Currently, drivers with EVs registered in Wyoming pay a $200 road maintenance fee as part of their vehicle registration each year. As of Oct.1, 2025, WYDOT began collecting fuel tax on public level 2 and 3 EV charging stations around the state. More information can be found here or on the Fuel Tax website. 

Q: Do you have any resources for businesses or governments trying to decide if they want to invest in an EV charging station?

A: We recommend checking this webpage for toolkits, EV usage studies and other helpful documents. Interested groups are also encouraged to sign up for our EV Stakeholder database here. The database helps connect stakeholders, including landowners, EV charging infrastructure manufacturers, and more. 

Q: Is WYDOT working with other state/local/national entities on planning for these initiatives?

A: Yes! Some of WYDOT’s partners include the National Park Service, local utility companies, local nonprofits like Yellowstone-Teton Clean Cities and more.

FAQs: Wyoming NEVI program

More information about NEVI can be found on our NEVI webpage. 

Q: What is an Alternative Fuel Corridor (AFC)?

A: These are highways that are part of a national network of corridors that support alternative fueling infrastructure. This initiative was established in July 2016, when the Federal Highway Administration called on states to nominate national plug-in EV charging, hydrogen, propane, and natural gas fueling corridors along major roadways as a part of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act. The AFCs in Wyoming are Interstates 25, 80 and 90. 

Q: How much funding is Wyoming receiving under NEVI?

A: Wyoming is set to receive $26.8 million over five funding years (FY2022-2026). The program will pay up to 80 percent federal cost share of the eligible costs, up to a maximum of $800,000 in federal dollars per NEVI site, which includes operations and maintenance. The minimum required match is 20 percent from non-federal sources. WYDOT will not be owning or operating EV charging stations. 

Q: Will WYDOT own and operate any of this EV infrastructure?

A: WYDOT will not own, operate or maintain EV charging stations. WYDOT's role in NEVI is infrastructure planning and ensuring funding is properly spent within the state.

Q: Where will the NEVI funds be spent?

A: FHWA requires that the NEVI Program funds are first spent on the federally designated Alternative Fuel Corridors. In Wyoming, I-80, I-25, and I-90 are AFCs. Since FHWA deemed WYDOT met this requirement in the state's most recent NEVI Plan, WYDOT will now focus NEVI funding to non-interstate routes. 

Q: What types of charging stations will be constructed with NEVI funding?

A: Charging stations meeting NEVI requirements must provide Level 3 (Direct Current Fast Charging) service capable of supporting four vehicles charging simultaneously with 150 kW of power.

Q: Are there plans to install charging stations at the rest areas?

A: No, the Federal Government does not allow the commercialization of federally-supported rest areas. Wyoming's rest areas are federally supported. 

Q: How can I be notified about updates to the NEVI program?

A: Please call 307-777-4381 to sign up for our EV stakeholder email list, where you'll receive email updates about the Wyoming NEVI Program and other EV grants available. 

FAQs: NEVI program applicants

Q: How will WYDOT administer NEVI funding?

A: WYDOT will issue a Request for Proposal to solicit bids for EV charging stations. More information about the RFP will be announced at a later date.

Q: How much funding can I ask for under NEVI?

A: The program will pay up to 80 percent federal cost share of the eligible costs, up to a maximum of $800,000 in federal dollars per NEVI site, which includes operations and maintenance. The minimum required match is 20 percent from non-federal sources.To see eligible costs, check out the NEVI rules linked on our webpage.  

Q: Do Build America, Buy America (BABA) requirements apply to the NEVI Program?

A: Yes, BABA requirements apply to the obligation of NEVI Formula Program funds. Check the Federal Register for the latest update on the BABA waiver. 

Q: Can NEVI funds be used to install power service to the charging site and other on-site electrical equipment that is necessary to provide power?

A: Yes, Costs to acquire and install on-site electric service equipment (e.g., power meter, transformer, switch gear) are eligible. Costs for minor grid upgrades are also eligible, provided the work is necessitated solely by the construction or upgrading of the EV charging station and participation in the upgrade does not exceed the allocable cost of the minimum upgrades needed to match the planned power requirements of the EV charging station. 

Q: How can I identify potential partners for this process?

A: If you are a potential EV charging site host, equipment manufacturer, charging services provider, electrical contractor, utility, or provider of other services and would like to be included in the NEVI database please click here. You can see database entries here. For additional planning resources, click here. 

Q: How can I be notified about the RFP?

A: Please call 307-777-4381 to sign up for our EV stakeholder email list, where you'll receive email updates about the Wyoming NEVI Program