SHOPSMART AUTOS – CUSTOMER INFORMATION – DECEMBER 17, 2020
Level 1 AC Charging: Too Slow Level 1 charging simply connects an EV to a standard 120-volt, 20-amp circuit (found in your average wall outlet). It adds about 4 miles of Range Per Hour, taking more than 60 hours to fully charge a vehicle with 250 miles of range. While Level 1 can work overnight for some plug-in hybrids with limited electric range and a gas engine, it’s typically too slow to effectively replenish long-range EVs or fleet vehicles. Level 1 charging also tends not to be networked, so there is no way for drivers to find it or businesses to manage it. Level 1 chargers don’t qualify for the many grants, rebates and other incentives available for EV charging. As a result, we don’t recommend that businesses explore this option. Level 2 AC Charging: The All-Around Choice Level 2 charging solutions add roughly 25 miles of Range Per Hour of charging and are an ideal choice for locations where people will stay parked for a few hours, like single-family homes, apartments, condos and office buildings. They’re relatively affordable to deploy, easy to manage and appealing to customers, making them a good fit for many types of businesses and fleets. For fleet vehicles that stay parked overnight, Level 2 typically provides more than enough time to get a full charge. DC Fast Charging: Just Right for Some Situations We’ve covered the basics of when and how to use DC fast charging for EV drivers. Businesses and fleets can look at DC fast charging similarly. It has many advantages, such as the ability to charge more quickly and serve more drivers in a day. However, it also has costs: the stations themselves are more expensive, the site buildout is more extensive and you’ll need a greater electrical supply. Still, the investment can be worth it for high-traffic areas along major roads or for heavy-duty fleets with mission-critical charging needs. Networked Stations Are a Must at Any Speed No matter what charging speed you choose, you’ll want to choose networked EV charging solutions. EV drivers can find your networked stations through a mobile app and patronize your business while they charge. Networked charging solutions give you cloud-based control over who can access your stations and how much it costs drivers to charge, and they deliver data on how people are charging at your site. Level 1 stations are typically not connected to a network, so it’s not easy for drivers to find the stations or for station owners to manage them. In addition, networked stations make economic sense because smart power management can share electrical capacity across stations, avoiding expensive infrastructure upgrades. Networked solutions can get updates over the air, so they’re always up to date with the latest features for you and your drivers. When you choose a mix of AC and DC charging, you can also prioritize DC fast charging to guarantee that those stations always deliver a charge when needed. The information in this post should get you off to a good start, but there’s still much more to learn about EV charging speeds. Dive into the details in our guide to making the right choice between Level 2 and DC fast charging, or take our quick online course if you’re an AEC member. Make It A Champion Day!Tags: 2019 Subaru Forester Touring, 2020 BMW iX3, 2020 Chevrolet Suburban, 2020 dodge charger, 2020 EQC, 2020 Ford Super Duty, 2020 Honda Pilot, 2020 Kia Optima, 2020 Mercedes Benz, 2020 Nissan Versa, 2020 Subaru WRX STI, Audi SUV, BMW, Brandon K. Hardison, Chevrolet Car, Chevrolet Sonic, Dodge charger, electric vehicles, honda, Honda Pilot, Hyundai SUV, Mercedes Benz, Nissan Rogue, SUV, upcoming car, Volkswagen, Volkswagen Tiguan SEL Premium R-Line, Volvo Car
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