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Electrical Vehicle Charge Points in Crawley

Clean. Efficient. Reliable. Electric vehicles are the future. Most of the world’s biggest car manufacturers including Nissan, Tesla, and VW are pioneering the development of modern, safe electric vehicles where electric charging is essential, which is facilitated by Electrical Vehicle charge points in Crawley in service stations, outside workplaces or on-street amongst other locations. Over the last decade, the number of charge points facilitating simple, fast and intuitive charging has exponentially grown.

What types of EV charging are there?

Here’s a quick summary of the different electric vehicle chargers in Crawley:

  • Slow chargers (up to 3 kW): best used for overnight charging, usually taking 6-12 hours. The most basic chargers. Usually supplied with the electric vehicle, allowing you to charge your vehicle overnight using a standard three-pin plug.
  • Fast chargers: typically fully charge within 3-4 hours. Perfect to fast charge at workplace Electrical Vehicle charging points in Crawley.
  • Rapid chargers: charge most EVs to 80% in around 30-60 minutes (depending on battery capacity). The most efficient chargers. Usually used when charging at a public network, where there is a specially-fitted charge point. Premium electric vehicles such as the Tesla Model S have more advanced electronic systems to support rapid charging.

How long does it take to charge?

Depending on charging capabilities, on average, an electric vehicle can take anywhere from 12 hours to under an hour to recharge, depending on the type of charger used. However, depending on when you use your electric vehicle and where, charging may not be an issue as electric vehicles can remain stationary for substantial periods of time at certain locations e.g. at home or at a workplace.

Where should I charge?

Public UK Electric Vehicle Charging Networks

The most common way to recharge electric vehicles, providing additional charging support across the UK to extend journey distances. Most public networks offer slow, fast and rapid charging options to suit your needs. Although there are many free Electrical Vehicle charge points across the UK, most charge points require a small payment to effortlessly charge your electric vehicle.

Wondering how to pay? Here’s a quick guide:

  • All you need to do is plug in your vehicle and pay the charge point tariff to start charging.
  • Charging tariffs consist of: o flat connection fee o cost per charging time (pence per hour) o and/or a cost per energy consumed (pence per kWh)
  • Payment methods can vary – usually by a contactless card or mobile app.
  • Some charge points require you to have an account with the provider.

Charging at work

For many electric vehicle users, this is an extremely convenient way to charge their electric vehicle, allowing users to work hard whilst their electric vehicle charges whilst they work. Increasingly, it is becoming more and more important as a workplace facility for both employees and visitors.

Charging at home

If you want your electric vehicle ready every morning, then installing a charge point at your home in Crawley will be very appealing. Charging your vehicle overnight is the cheapest time to recharge, reducing the costs of charging your vehicle. If you wish to have your very own charge point, then you can apply for a government grant to reduce upfront costs.

For more information on electric vehicle charge points in Crawley, feel free to contact us today.

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