While an electric car doesn’t need gas, it is important to understand that it does require power, which has to come from a source of electricity. And while there are now more and more public charging stations around McMinnville, EV owners should consider installing an EV charge station in their home.
What to Know About Home Charging
Every home already has a Level 1 charger – it’s just a regular 120-volt outlet. Plugging your car into whatever outlet is most accessible will get your battery charged, but it may take days for many EVs.
This is because it will only add a few miles of driving range per hour. Putting in a Level 2 charger is the smarter thing to do, as this can get your battery juiced up in 10 hours or less.
Putting in a Level 2 Charger
Level 2 charging consists of a 240-volt outlet, and it’s possible that your home already comes equipped with one. If you have a dryer, it may be using a 240-volt outlet. If that’s the case, just getting an adapter for this could immediately give you a charging station. The caveat, however, is that your dryer’s outlet may not be in a convenient location for your vehicle.
In this circumstance, the better option is probably to have a 240-volt outlet installed in your garage or a spot where you can easily plug in your car. It should be noted that any sort of wiring work involves hiring an electrician—fortunately, shoppers who purchase a new 2022 Chevy Bolt EV or Chevy Bolt EUV can have their costs covered by the Chevrolet team.
If you’re still looking for the perfect electric vehicle, come down to Armstrong Chevrolet to see what’s in stock.
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