Va., Utility Partner On Hybrid Charging Stations

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Virginia is partnering with its largest utility to provide hybrid electric vehicle charging stations at a limited number of rest areas.

The first charging station was installed this month at the westbound New Kent Safety Rest Area on Interstate 64. It can charge up to four vehicles at a time.

The stations will charge vehicles at 120 volts but ultimately will be upgraded to 240 volts. Dominion Virginia Power, a subsidiary of Dominion Resources Inc., will work with the Virginia Department of Transportation to identify other locations for the charging stations.

Gov. Tim Kaine's office said Tuesday the partnership with Dominion Virginia comes at no expense to the state.