Charging Your Electric Vehicles

2024-06-17

Whether you own an all-electric vehicle or a plug-in hybrid, you have several options for charging your car. Many car owners will do most of their charging at home. Some workplaces, businesses, and multi-unit dwellings (apartments/condos) offer charging.

As shown in the table below, there are three charging options available to plug-in vehicle owners.

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*This Level 2 charging speed value is average. Level 2 charging speed varies significantly among vehicles and can range from just a few miles per hour of charging to around 40 miles per hour.

Note: Charge rate can vary based on vehicle model for all charging types. So, check the owner's manual for estimated charge time. Charge rate also depends on other factors, such as the battery's state of charge and the ambient temperature.

Bibliography: Charging Your Plug-in Electric Car, U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)

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