Electric Vehicle Charging Stations: Need to Know Info

Need to Know Info: Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

Contents
1. What is an electrical vehicle charger?
2. Types of electric vehicle charges
3. EV charging station cost
4. EV charging station contractors / installers
5. Vehicle charging station locations

What is an electric vehicle charging station?

Electric vehicle charging stations (also known as EV charging stations) are electrical devices that charge the battery of a vehicle. They are commonly seen in shopping centers and gas stations. They look like a gas pump with a large electric plug. The plug is insert into the charging port of an electric vehicle (similar to how one might plug a lamp into a wall). Electricity flows from the station into the vehicle and charges the battery. These stations can also be installed at home or any other location that has access to electricity.

Types of electric vehicle chargers

Early standards (pre-2000) supported three types of AC chargers (Types 1, 2, and 3). Modern standards (post-2017) support both AC and DC chargers (each having a Level 1 and and Level 2).

Vehicle charging station locations

There are a number of websites and apps that help to identify electric vehicle charging locations near you. Here are a few resources that might be helpful: PlugShare, ChargePoint and A Better Route Planner (ABRP)

Charging Stations Costs & Prices

Use our ProMatcher Cost Reports to find charging stations costs and prices in your local area.

Charging Station Contractors Directory

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