If you have ever considered purchasing an electric vehicle, you probably share some concerns with the vast majority of Americans regarding their differences compared to gas-powered cars. According to an updated consumer survey from AAA in 2022, concerns about the perceived disadvantages of electric batteries claimed 3 of the top 6 responses. You may agree with these results, not knowing exactly what your vehicle charging options may be. In that case, this article will ease your mind and show you that owning and charging an electric car can not only be simple but a highly viable option as time goes on. Let’s talk about electric vehicle charging options.
Electric Vehicles in 2022: The U.S. Department of Energy recently released a report showing that 2022 has had an explosion of electric car models with a range exceeding 300 miles, much farther than the amount that the average American drives in one day, let alone an entire week. If you also fall into this category, only using your vehicle for routine daily activities like a commute or shopping trips, having reliable charging options will mean that your car will never come close to losing its charge when you need it. Lucky for you, there are now more options than ever for charging your vehicle!
Home Vehicle Charging
If you own your own home, installing an electric vehicle charger is the most common method Americans use to keep their vehicle ready for the road ahead. Home charging provides a convenient and stress-free way to keep your mile range full after a long day.
Level 1 Chargers are the slowest but cheapest option. This charging equipment will usually come with the vehicle and can be plugged into any working outlet found in your garage or home. At only a few miles charged per hour, this option is only viable for people who do limited amounts of driving per day.
Level 2 Chargers, on the other hand, are higher quality versions that, in some instances, can charge up to 40 miles in one hour. Installed with the help of trained electricians, the increased power output of Level 2 Chargers is very affordable and can completely recharge your vehicle every day. Because your car can continue charging overnight when you have no immediate use for it, a Level 2 Charger installed in your home will ensure that your vehicle is ready to go for all expected travel.
Public DC Chargers (“Superchargers”)
If you are worried about the range of electric vehicles, you should know that fast-charging DC stations are popping up around the country at extraordinary rates. Recent laws have increased funding for Electric Vehicle charging stations on interstate highway systems, meaning that you will soon never be far from a place to recharge your vehicle. DC chargers can refill your vehicle’s range at up to 15 miles a minute, so your vacation road trip will never be postponed for much longer than a quarter of an hour at a time. In fact, many electric vehicle car manufacturers provide software with the vehicle allowing you to plan your trip around the availability of charging stations on the route. As more and more of these stations are built in the coming years, the times when you had to worry about being stuck without a nearby charging port will fade into memories.
Free Charging at Your Workplace
Many companies now offer free charging during the workday as a perk of the job. If you work for a decently sized company, inquire about any options they have in this regard. Between workday charging and a Level 2 home charger, even extensive use of your vehicle should not raise any concern about a lack of charge.
If you consider upgrading to an electric car, you can be assured that the present vehicle charging options are more than enough to keep you and your car ready. Promise Electric is doing its part to help by providing professional home charging station installations. Call today for more information.
