How Do You Charge an EV?

How Do You Charge an EV?

Charging basics. This page will give a high-level, introductory overview of what it means to charge an EV.

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  • Level 1:  A regular 120V wall plug.  It recharges about 40 to 50 km of range overnight.
  • Level 2: A 240V plug, like a dryer or a stove.  It will recharge most of your battery overnight.
  • Level 3: Also called DC Fast Charging, this is what you use at public charging stations when you need a quick boost.

Website EV FAQ: Level 1, 2, 3 as water analogies

How long will it take to charge my car?
Click here for a cool third-party calculator website that will help give you an idea of how long it will take to charge your EV at home with your specific setup.

greencarscompare.com/charging-calculator/

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