Charging Your EV: Public & Home Charging Options
Take Charge Of Your Ride
As electric vehicles are getting more visibility to show off their capabilities, more innovations are being made in convenience and efficiency. This includes EV charging options, as there are more ways than ever to power your ride. Get in touch with Beaver County Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram to start your electric journey today!
Your EV Charging Options
When you go electric, you'll want to know which charging method works best for your vehicle. In comparison to a gas-powered vehicle, it's similar to knowing which grade of gas works best. Choosing the optimal EV charging option will serve your vehicle so it can serve you. There are three EV charging options available, and they are categorized as Level 1, Level 2, and Direct Current Fast Charging (DCFC). Keep in mind that each electric vehicle charges slightly differently from one another, and the time will vary depending on your battery health and charging method.
Level 1 Charger
This is the most common EV charging station that works at home. Using a three-pronged plug, you can connect to a 120V outlet and charge your electric vehicle from 0-80% in 40-50 hours. If you own a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, this charge time cuts down to 5-6 hours. You'll be able to charge 2-5 miles per hour, making it ideal for drivers who travel less than 20 miles a day or just need to top off their battery.
Level 2 Charger
This EV charging option is a significant upgrade from the Level 1 charger, as you'll be able to charge from 0-80% in 4-10 hours. The charging time for plug-in hybrid electric vehicles drops to 1-2 hours from empty. During this time, you can expect your vehicle to charge 10-20 miles per hour. Requiring a higher-voltage outlet, between 208V and 240V, depending on if you're charging at home or in public, you can expect your electric vehicle to be sufficiently charged at a more convenient rate, especially if you drive daily.
DCFC Charger
When you're traveling long distances or need to hit the road as soon as possible, Direct Current Fast Charging comes in handy. In a mere 20 minutes to an hour, you can charge your electric vehicle from empty to 80% at a rate of 180-240 miles charged per hour. You'll most often find these chargers in public stations. While DCFC is the most effective EV charging option, the downside to using them is that they can degrade your battery over time, especially if you use them frequently. It's recommended that you only use these when you absolutely need a quick charge; otherwise, you're putting your battery at risk.
Home EV Charging
It should be clear that when it comes to EV charging options, Level 1 and Level 2 chargers will always be the safest selection to keep your vehicle performing at its best. Even though they take longer to charge, it's worth the extra time because you're going to want to keep your electric vehicle and battery healthy for as long as you're driving, saving you time and money in the long run. Make the most of the unit you choose to have installed at home, and you'll find that you and your vehicle are getting what you need and more.
Finding Your Charge
By finding the best EV charging stations near Beaver Falls, PA, you're better prepared when you make your drive. While each make and plug-in hybrid model is compatible with each public EV charging station, some brands have their own convenient ways to efficiently locate the nearest station. Get in touch with our dealers or utilize the Jeep website to locate the closest Jeep solar-powered charging stations. For Dodge models, you can utilize the Uconnect® 5 touchscreen and the available Dodge Connect app to control your charging schedule and map out your route to the nearest charging station. Ram also offers an app called the Free2move Charge App to give you charging station locations and information. You can even pay for the charging session through the app.
Power Forward
After familiarizing yourself with your EV charging options, visit Beaver County DCJR to find the electric model that works best for you!
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Beaver County Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram
2761 Constitution Blvd
Beaver Falls, PA 15010-1291
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