5 Reasons to Choose Electric Vehicles

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Points to Consider When
Buying Your Own Home EV
Charger
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As an electric vehicle (E.V.) owner,
you enjoy a ton of perks, one of which
is having the privilege of charging
your vehicle at home.
Still, there’s one drawback all E.V.
drivers face – the standard outlets
available on your property might not
meet the requirements for your
vehicle, making E.V. home charger
installation a tad bit more
complicated.
Before we jump into discussing the
factors you should consider when
getting your very own E.V. home
charger, here are some particulars
that could greatly influence your
decision:
The nearest electric panel. The
closest one to your garage needs
to be able to handle the charging
rate.
The model of your vehicle. This
allows you to figure out the on-
board charger’s capacity and the
battery pack size.
The car’s electric range. This will
be your guideline to ensure that
your charger is efficient in
charging your car between trips.
Now that we’ve gotten that out of the
way, it’s time to talk about your key
considerations when buying your first
home E.V. charger. These are:
POWER  
Cheaper chargers can deliver as much
as 15 amps, but that’s not enough if
your vehicle has much more to give.
It’s strongly advisable to look for an
E.V. home charger packing no fewer
than 30 amps of power. 
The circuit breaker, on the other
hand, is a different story. It must be
able to handle at least 40 amps. In
some cases, chargers with fewer amps
can fuel E.Vs. 
However, if you are looking to have
some guarantee and confidence in
your charger, you should buy one
with more capacity than you actually
need. This is a handy tip for those
planning to trade in their vehicle with
more capacity in the future.
CORD
  
While an E.V. home charger typically
has a plug suitable for 240-volt
outlets, the cords differ in length. 
Therefore, when choosing the right
model, you should make sure the
cable is long enough to extend all the
way to your charging port without
any problem.
CONNECTION  
The best home E.V. charger should be
easy to use. High-end products tend to
be worth the price, especially the
internet-enabled models. 
This feature permits an E.V. owner to
charge the vehicle through his or her
smartphone. Smart chargers are also
manageable through Amazon’s Alexa
virtual assistant.
One other benefit is that a smart
charger can help you save money by
reducing your energy bills. It connects
with your electric company and sets
charging times during off-peak hours. 
The display panels are also
advantageous, as they show essential
information, such as your car’s
electricity consumption.
PORTABILITY  
Aside from needing to know how to
install an E.V. charger at home,
especially a permanent installation,
there are many reasons a portable
model might be the better option for
you. 
For one, it helps you economize
because you don’t have to hire an
electrician to set it up.
Second, and perhaps the most
impactful, a portable charger is so
much better. 
You’ll be able to bring the charger
with you should you go on a long trip
with friends. More importantly, it
won’t pose an issue if you rearrange
your garage or move to a new home.
Special Note: If you plan to charge your
E.V. outdoors, you need a particular model
for the job, one that’s hard-wired to meet
building codes.
INCENTIVES  
Take note of your locality or state’s
incentives, which can reduce the dent
in your wallet when it comes to
purchasing and installing E.V.
chargers. 
Some states offer up to $500 in
rebates. However, bear in mind that
the incentives are usually only
suitable for workplace or public
installations.
Buying your first home E.V. charger
needs careful consideration. However,
it becomes less complicated if you
know which elements to look for.
If you need an expert opinion when
buying an E.V. home charger, contact
the best Tesla auto body shop in
Clearwater, FL. We’ll be more than
happy to help at Northwest Collision
Center.
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