All About EV Charging Stations
“EV” is shorthand for electric vehicle, and it refers to automobiles that have electric motors that send power directly to a vehicle’s wheels at least part of the time. That means the term accounts for all-electric cars as well as plug-in hybrid electric vehicles like the Jeep® Wrangler 4xe and Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe.
With EVs growing in popularity, many drivers are reaching out to our Jeep dealership to inquire about an EV charging station, and we encourage you to do the same if you have questions.
What is an EV Charging Station?
If you’re thinking about buying or leasing one of the Jeep PHEVs in our new car inventory, you might be curious about what a charging station is. A public EV charging station is a location where drivers can take their cars to charge them up in exchange for a fee.
The Jeep brand offers in-home charging stations that can be installed in your garage or carport if you’d rather charge your PHEV in a private setting.
Are there Different Levels of Charging?
Our team of Jeep dealers can tell you that there are three levels of charging. From slowest to fastest, those levels are:
- Level 1 charging
- Level 2 charging
- Level 3 or DC fast charging
Where does the Jeep Brand’s in-home Charger land in the Charging Mix Listed Above?
The in-home charger that’s offered by the Jeep brand is a level 2 charger. That means the unit employs a 240-volt outlet for charging.
How much Should I Charge my EV?
Drivers looking for Jeep SUVs for sale near Chicago, IL might wonder how much they should charge an EV, especially if they’re thinking about getting a Jeep PHEV. Conventional wisdom advises motorists to charge their EVs up to about 80 percent capacity most of the time. Full charges should be reserved for the occasional extended road trip.
Why does charging slow down the more my EV charges?
Motorists who contact or visit Zeigler Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM are often curious about this. In general, EVs slow down the charging process when they’re around 80 percent charged to protect their battery packs. If you’re using a DC fast charger and you hit 80 percent capacity but want to fully charge your EV, it’s wise to switch over to a Level 2 or Level 1 charger.
Now that you know about EV charging stations, we encourage you to shop for a Jeep PHEV. Look over our Jeep lease deals and finance incentives now.
