Road tripping in an EV?
8 tips to optimize range and charging
1. Plan your route
Plan your exact route with your stops around charging stations
2. Download charging apps
Charging apps like PlugShare show exact location of chargers
3. Have a Plan B charger
Not all public chargers are active, so have a back-up charging station in mind
4. Know how long your EV takes to charge
EV charging takes much longer to top-up than ICE cars and that will impact your total trip duration
5. Don’t charge fully
If your destination is close by, charge as much as required to save on time
6. Have credit or digi wallet set up
All public chargers work via apps and they generally require a topped-up digi wallet
7. Carry an extension cord
Not necessary but could be useful if your only choice is charging from 15A wall socket
8. Take it easy
Don’t set a tight deadline on your destination and don’t hurry your EV on the highway
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