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As a remote worker who still drives to client sites occasionally, can I expense the cost of installing a home electric-vehicle (EV) charger through my employer or claim it on my taxes? What documentation or logs do employers and tax authorities typically require to justify installation or reimbursements? How are employer-paid charger installations treated for tax purposes (taxable benefit vs. deductible business expense), and how should mixed personal/business use be apportioned? Are there common alternatives employers use—mileage allowances, per-kWh reimbursements, or company installation programs—that are simpler or more tax-efficient? Finally, what steps and wording work best when requesting employer support for an EV charger, and are there government incentives or grants I should combine with an employer contribution?