Charge types From slow charging at home to rapid charging on the road, there are many EV and PHEV charging solutions. This page will help you find the most practical solution for your needs.

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Electric vehicle charging With the ever-increasing demand for – and supply of – electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles comes the need for expanding charging solutions. Indeed, the electric-vehicle market place is a fast-paced one, and keeping up can seem a little daunting at times.
Allow us to provide you with a primer concerning the various different charger options and how they impact on electric vehicle (EV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) motoring. There is a plethora of EV and PHEV options for you to browse, and we encourage you to do so.

Different charging solutions Immediately below, you’ll find various charging-time examples (based on a typical crossover vehicle). It’s worth noting, however, that charging times vary depending on the make and model of a car, and its battery size. Therefore, the following is for guidance purposes only.

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Slow charger

Three-pin power source. (3 kW AC)

Charging times: 17.3 hours (zero to 80 percent)

Home domestic use

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Typically, slow charging occurs at home or at work using a three-pin (3 kW AC) power source and the car’s own adaptor. As the name suggests, it’s the slowest option. That said, it’s also very convenient because charging can take place overnight.

However, it’s not recommended that owners leave their cars in a three-pin charging state for an extended period of time because this will lead to accelerated battery deterioration. Please check with the relevant car manufacturer for further details.

Slightly quicker home-charging options are available in the form of a dedicated charging unit with, for instance, a 3.6kW wallbox.

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