Code Quiz: Electric Vehicle Requirements

March 4, 2021

Do NEC requirements apply to receptacles installed in a vehicle?

Based on the 2020 NEC.

Question: Do NEC requirements apply to receptacles installed in a vehicle?

See answer below.

Answer: Yes

Explanation: The 2020 NEC added new language that covers receptacle outlets installed in electric vehicles (Sec. 625.60). New language was also added to Sec. 90.2(A), "installations used to export electric power from vehicles to premises wiring or for bidirectional current flow,” to expand the scope of the NEC to cover parts of electric vehicles.

Lupacchino is a senior design engineer with Gaylor Electric, Inc. in Noblesville, Ind. and serves as an alternate on NEC Code-Making Panel No. 3. He is currently licensed in more than 80 jurisdictions. He can be reached at [email protected].

About the Author

John Lupacchino | Senior Design Engineer

John began his career in electrical construction as an apprentice and worked his way through the trade. He is currently licensed in more than 80 jurisdictions. With more than 35 years of experience, he now plays a vital role in Gaylor Electric’s Engineering Department, where he serves as a senior design engineer. With a focus on design engineering, quality assurance, and code compliance, he has earned the highest level of respect from industry professionals alike. John currently serves as an alternate on NFPA 70 Code Making Panel No. 3. In addition, he enjoys sharing his electrical knowledge through education. As an Associated Builders and Contractors instructor, he continues to help grow a new generation of high-performing construction leaders.