As more people embrace an all-electric future, understanding charging times and different types of chargers becomes crucial. Various chargers will charge your car in 30 minutes to 12 hours. From rapid charging points seen on motorway service stations to professionally installed home charging points, we have compiled a handy guide for you. If you are considering going electric, read on to see how easy it is!
Average Charging Times & EV Chargers
If you are buying an electric car, the best thing to do is install a home charging point. This means you can go home in the evening, plug your car in, and it will happily charge overnight while sleeping. On average, this type of charging will take around 8 hours. If you are taking a long trip and need to charge up your car en route, head to the nearest motorway service station for a rapid charge. This will charge your car in around 30 minutes, just time to grab a coffee while you wait. Many shopping centres or public places are now installing fast chargers which can charge your car while you shop in around 2 to 3 hours. If this is the only option, you can charge your car from a standard extension lead, but this is not recommended as a long-term charging solution. It is also prolonged and will take around 20 hours to charge your car fully.
How Fast Do Electric Cars Charge?
The faster way to charge your car is to head out and find a rapid charging station. These are usually found in motorway service stations but are becoming more common nationwide. These can charge your car in as little as 30 minutes. These are more expensive but an excellent way to charge your car without disrupting your journey.
How Long Does It Take to Charge an Electric Car Fully?
As we have shown, the time it takes to fully charge your car will vary depending on which type of charging point you are using. Having a range of different types of charging points available will make it easy to always ensure that you are fully charged and ready to go.
How Long Does It Take to Charge an Electric Car in Public?
Public charging comes in two forms: rapid and fast. Rapid chargers can charge your electric vehicle in around 30 minutes, whereas a fast charger, commonly found in supermarket car parks or shopping centres, can charge your EV in around 2 to 3 hours.
How Long Does It Take to Charge an Electric Car at Home?
If you buy an electric vehicle, installing a home charging point is the best solution. Home charging points are professionally installed charging points which can charge your car overnight for around 8 hours. If you are waiting for your charging point to be installed or staying over with friends or family, you can use a standard 3-pin plug to charge your EV. These are not advised as a long-term solution to charging your EV, and you must check that the plug is not overheating. This will deliver a slow, trickle charge, which could take up to 20 hours.
How Long Does a Fully Charged Electric Car Last?
When electric vehicles were introduced, the range was the main barrier to uptake. This is the number of miles that a fully charged EV can travel before needing to be recharged. As the technology has improved, the range has substantially increased. Modern electric vehicles are now delivering range capabilities of around 250 miles, which has massively helped to increase the uptake of electric vehicles and reduced range anxiety. It is important to note that the range can be affected by environmental factors such as the weather. When the weather is cold, more power is used in the car to keep it warm, reducing the range. Driving styles will also alter the range, just as how your driving affects your mpg in a petrol or diesel car.
Factors That Affect Charging Speed
Various factors can affect the charging speed. A bigger battery will take longer to charge than a smaller one. A battery that needs complete charging will take longer than one that has only been discharged to 50%. Your car and your charging point will have a maximum charge rate and will only charge up to this limit. The cold weather can also reduce the charge rate, so bear this in mind during winter.
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