Charging

It can sometimes feel like EV charging is more complex than refueling a gas-powered vehicle. Not only are there different charging levels, but there are different types of connector, as well. This guide will help you become more familiar with charging plugs. And with standardization in North America underway, it will be easier than ever to charge your electric car.

Looking to maximize the benefits of EV ownership? Having a solid plan to charge at home – and access to charging at work – can make your experience with an electric car even better. Read on for some top tips.

While charging at home or work is the cheapest, and generally best, option for filling up your EV, sometimes you’ll need to charge on the go. DC fast chargers reduce charging times, making it easier to take long trips. Here’s what you need to know.

Once you’ve settled into electric driving, you’re not going to want to go back. But getting the best experience does require an understanding of the different kinds of charging available for your electric car – and how to make the best use of them. Here's a simple guide.

Learning about electric vehicles comes with a whole new vocabulary. Fortunately, the language around batteries, charging, and electricity is easy to learn, and GreenCars is here to help.

Not all ways to charge your electric vehicle are created equal. There are different kinds of chargers, fit for different purposes. Here’s a quick rundown of what level 1, level 2, and level 3 charging means.

If you're taking a trip and need to charge on the way, there are now over 40,000 charging stations across the United States – and that number is growing every day. Here are a few ways to locate the closest one when you need it.

If you're buying an electric car, you will want to take proper care of its battery and ensure it lasts as long as possible. That means paying some attention to your charging habits. Here are some tips to prolong the life of your battery.

When you switch to an electric car, one of the first things you’ll notice is that you won’t be buying gasoline anymore. But how much does it cost to charge an electric car? Read on to find out. 

Most electric car driving involves a daily routine, and charging at home or at work. But if you're on a longer trip, you may need to use a public charging station. What should you expect? Read on to find out.

DC, or Level 3, fast charging lets you fill up your electric car a lot faster than a Level 2, or AC charger, would. But Level 3 charging comes with some drawbacks as well. Read on to find out when to use it - and when not to.

You’ll have the best experience with an electric car if you are already set up to charge at home by the time you take delivery. Fortunately, once you know what steps are needed, it’s easy to set up home charging – and we’re here to help. 

What are the benefits of electric cars? Some include reduced or zero emissions, smooth performance, and fuel savings. You will maximize those benefits – and maximize your convenience – if you can charge your electric car at home. Here's how you can have the best experience.

Charging at home makes life with an electric car easy, convenient, and economical. Here are some tips to make sure that your home EV charging experience is as safe as possible, too.

Many of the greatest benefits of owning and driving an electric car are maximized when you can charge at home. In this article, we share some tips on how to find the perfect home charger for your EV – and ensure it is installed safely.

In the beginning of the electric revolution, potential buyers had range anxiety – worrying about how far they could go on one battery charge. With the average range of EVs increasing significantly, range anxiety has been replaced by charging anxiety, particularly for drivers taking trips. How does charging anxiety affect the EV ownership experience?

Making the switch to an EV is getting easier. Between January 2021 and January 2024, the number of public EV chargers nearly doubled to over 180,000 available charging ports. Between now and 2030, that number will grow to over 500,000.

The EV charging infrastructure in North America is not without its challenges, but things are improving rapidly. Traditional automakers have joined Tesla, and established charging networks to improve the charging experience.