§ 11-145-1

(a) 'Plug–in electric drive vehicle' means a motor vehicle that: (1) Is made by a manufacturer; (2) Is manufactured primarily for use on public streets, roads, and highways; (3) Is rated at not more than 8,500 pounds unloaded gross vehicle weight; (4) Has a maximum speed capability of at least 55 miles per hour; and (5) Is propelled to a significant extent by an electric motor that draws electricity from a battery that: (i) Has a capacity of not less than 4 kilowatt–hours for 4–wheeled motor vehicles and not less than 2.5 kilowatt–hours for 2–wheeled or 3–wheeled motor vehicles; and (ii) Is capable of being recharged from an external source of electricity. (b) 'Plug–in electric drive vehicle' includes a qualifying vehicle that has been modified from original manufacturer specifications.