How to Charge Your EV in Public & at Home

While you want to enjoy the best of an electric vehicle (EV) in Crestview, you might be a bit nervous about the charging process, especially if you are constantly on the road. But you can prepare yourself by learning about the different options available before you even get your hands on your EV, and Volkswagen Fort Walton Beach will help you do just that! Below, we will go over the most common charging level options and the process of setting up a charger at home. If you have any questions, always reach out and we will give you more information to help you with the transition!   

Charging Level Options 

Just like how not all gas types work for every car, not every charging method is always best for an EV. Depending on how much charge you need and how quickly you need it in Navarre, you will have to consider the different options available. You also need to consider if you’ll be charging at home or far from home! Take a look at the three charging options here: 

Standard 120-Volt Portable Charge Cord 

• The basic method that you’ll come across
• Gets about 4 miles of range per hour of charge
• Requires a 3-prong outlet
• Ideal for overnight charging or when you don’t need to use your vehicle soon

Fast 240-Volt/32-AMP Charging Unit

• One of the available methods for charging your car at home
• Gets up to 25 miles of range per hour of charge 
• Can get a full charge overnight 
• Is the fastest, most recommended method for at-home charging

Available DC Fast Charging

• The available method of charging your car in public 
• Gets up to 100 miles of range after charging for about 30 minutes 
• Common in big department stores 

Setting Up At-Home Charger 

When you’re out and about, you can find available DC fast charging to keep you going, but you need to have a solid method of charging at home. This will be your primary way to charge your EV, so let’s see what you need to do to get it all set up in Niceville below:

1. Look for a recent electric bill and then divide the number of kilowatt-hours by the total dollar amount. This is the price you paid per kWh. 
2. EVs get about 3 to 4 miles per kWh, so divide the total miles you drive each month by 3 to get the kWh you would use per month.
3. Multiply your estimated monthly kWh by your cost per kWh. Then, you’ll get the estimated amount you’ll spend on electricity to charge your EV at home each month. 

Prepare for Your Electric Vehicle in Fort Walton Beach 

Now that you’re more confident in conquering future roads in your brand new VW ID.4, finish your purchase at Volkswagen Fort Walton Beach! Our finance specialists will take care of the paperwork and secure the most favorable auto plan for you. Let’s get you to the electric side soon!