Do I have to have a home charger to drive an electric vehicle?
If you have access to home charging, driving and charging an EV is very similar to charging a cell phone. You typically plug it in when you get home, and it charges while you go about your business. You can also schedule your charging for overnight and you may be[…]
What are the EV charging levels?
There are three types, or levels, of EV charging. Level 1 charging is the slowest and is done when your vehicle is plugged into a standard 120-volt outlet that you would plug a phone or toaster into. Level 2 charging is faster and requires a 240-volt outlet, which is similar[…]
Will DC fast charging degrade my battery faster?
DC fast charging is slightly more taxing on an EV battery than Level 1 or Level 2 charging but it is not something to worry about. While all batteries experience some degradation over time, using DC fast charging in moderation is unlikely to have noticeable negative effects on your battery.[…]
How do I install a Level 2 charging station at home?
On our brand-neutral home charger section on PlugStar.com, you can compare charging stations to determine the home charger that is right for you. Once you find a charger that best fits your needs, we recommend contracting with a licensed electrician to install your charging station. You can find a nearby[…]
How long does it take to charge an electric vehicle?
The vast majority of EV charging is done at home, overnight (just like your cell phone), which makes the speed of charging largely irrelevant. There are also hundreds of thousands of public charging stations across the country, with more being added every day. Many of these are at stores or[…]
How and where do you charge an electric car?
Most EV drivers today charge their cars using a Level 1 or Level 2 charger overnight at home in a garage, carport, or driveway. Some take advantage of workplace chargers. Those that do not have access to a charger at home rely on workplace or public chargers to power their[…]
