How to charge?
Level 1:
Standardized connector.
At home using a normal wall outlet; cable included with car.
Slow charge rate; 3-5 miles per hour.
Useful for drivers traveling 40 miles or less daily; level 2 preferred if available.
Level 2:
Standardized connector.
At home using a dedicated charging station.
Medium charge rate; 15-30 miles per hour.
Useful for drivers traveling 100+ miles daily.
DC fast charging:
Three connector types; CCS, CHAdeMO, Tesla.
Just off the highway using dedicated high power stations.
Fast charge rate; 150-400 miles per hour.
Useful for long distance driving 300+ miles daily.
When to charge?
All electric vehicles have timers that let you set when the car charges.
The best time to charge your electric vehicle is between 10p.m. and 6a.m. This is when renewable wind power peaks and there is typically more capacity in the Texas grid.
You want to avoid charging late afternoons, 4pm to 7pm, when there is typically less capacity in the Texas grid.
How full to charge?
For improved battery longevity maintain charge between 20% and 80% when possible.
Normal daily driving charge to 80%.
Before long trips charge to 100%.
While on long trips don't charge to 100% at DC fast charging stations; only charge what you need to get to your destination, usually 80% or less.
Don't let your battery sit at 0% or 100% for long periods of time.
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