Obviously, you want to be cruising down the open road with a smile on your face and the wind in your hair using nary a drop of gas. This may sound like something from a futuristic movie but we assure you this is the reality of electric vehicles (EVs).
So what happens when the sun goes down and your car needs to recharge. Have no fear of green-globe-trotters! Below is our guide on how to see through the EV charging stations screen so you can get your electric motor running just like the vehicles would themselves.
Those range of the tortured EV early adopters are gone for good. And today, a growing network of chargers is vying in to get you there so you can push the limits with electric driving fun.
Through the course of this guide, we will shine a light on the way to a better tomorrow by answering your EV questions, whether you are old hat at driving electric or just someone intrigued by new forms of transportation.
Understanding Different Station Types – Demystifying the Charging Landscape
While different types of EV charging stations Sydney can charge at differing rates and come with separate features. Here is a breakdown of the core types you will encounter.
Level 1 Home Charging-Slowest/Convenient Level 1 — Standard household outlet, perfect for overnight charging at home
Level 2 Charging (Public charging): The type of public charging station you will encounter most often Level 2 chargers can take only a few hours to fully charge your battery, while Level 1 chargers are much slower.
DC Fast Chargers: The quickest way to charge your car, great for long trips. The only other option appears to be DC fast chargers, which can supply enough power in minutes depending on the capabilities of your vehicle.
Complementing Your Preference for Apps: A Resource Roundup For Apps and EV Drivers
Tracing your electric journey, a dense habitat of charging stations and the appropriate tools for initiatives. As well as some useful food apps and resources to keep you charged up:
EV Charging Station Apps: PlugShare or ChargePointOthers allow you to be able to find charging stations in your area and see whether they are available (PlugShare,) and even start charging sessions from some of them remotely (on compatible stations)
Manufacturer apps – Several manufacturers offer their own apps that include options to view nearby charging stations, a history of charging and the health of your vehicle battery.
Streamline the Internet for Charging Station Maps: Websites like the Department of Energy and its Alternative Fuels Data Center will show you locations of chargers at every corner across the country, almost.
Drive your EV confidently Battery tips
Now that you understand the various types of charging stations and have a handful of resources to help you along, here are a few more suggestions for getting the most out of electric driving:
Save A Route: Use charging station apps to save a route that shows you your charging stops, at least when planning for longer trips.
Charging Speeds: Charging station type that accommodates your needs Need DC fast charging for longer trips, or just a Level 2 top-off if you run errands?
BATTERY CHARGING BEHAVIOR: Know before you go Charging stations for electric cars, like the Tesla Supercharger, are public spaces – follow etiquette and don’t hog them. After your car has been topped up enough, get out and drive away so that others can use the station.
Juicing Up Your Sydney Experiences: Unearthing EV Charging in Sydney
Australia, and Sydney in particular, is in the middle of an electric vehicle revolution. The vibrant metropolis and the surrounding areas can now be conveniently roamed in an electric vehicle with EV charging stations mushrooming across while forming a burgeoning EV ecosystem.
Resources like the NSW Government Zero Emissions Vehicle Strategy and relevant apps that are there to assist Sydney-based EV drivers.
To summarize: The vision of electric vehicles as the future of transportation is no longer some shiny and futuristic dream; it’s well within reality and comes with some exciting possibilities. Charging stations are increasing in availability which means you can drive an EV with confidence that you know how to find a charging station and use one. So, tighten your seat belts, GAZ UP & Welcome to a new age of freedom & drive — ELECTRIC!
