When it comes to charging your Mazda CX-90 PHEV, do you know which charger to use? Are all electric car chargers the same? They aren’t. You’ll encounter three different types of electric car chargers. How do they differ? The primary difference between electric car chargers comes from how much energy they can deliver in a timed session, which determines how fast your car’s battery will charge. Let’s take a look at the different types of electric car chargers available to Milledgeville and McDonough drivers. See how easy the EV lifestyle can be with Five Star Mazda!
Byron drivers will have access to three different types of electric car chargers: Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3. What distinguishes each charger from the others is the speed at which they can charge vehicles. Here’s a breakdown of the different types of electric car chargers, their charging speeds, and where they’re typically found.
Level 1 chargers have a charging speed of 3 to 5 miles per hour. This form of EV charging uses a 120-volt household outlet, and all EVs can be charged on Level 1 simply by plugging the charging equipment into a standard wall outlet. Because Level 1 charging is the slowest of them all, it’s good for plug-in hybrid vehicles since they have smaller batteries. Other than that, Level 1 charging isn’t recommended for drivers who are constantly on the road; it’s much better suited for Macon drivers who don’t intend on taking out their EVs very far from home.
Level 2 charging can add anywhere from 12 to 80 miles to your EV per hour. Level 2 is great if you plan on using your EV for running errands around town, commuting to work, and traveling long distances in general. This type of charging can be installed at your home, at workplaces, or in public places like plazas. If you choose to install a Level 2 charging system at your house, you expect it to charge your vehicle much more quickly than a Level 1 charger.
Level 3 charging is the fastest of them all, with a charging speed of 3 to 20 miles per minute. Level 3 chargers utilize a direct current, whereas Level 1 and Level 2 chargers use an alternating current. Plus, Level 3 charging requires a much higher voltage, so you typically won’t see these in homes because most residences simply don’t have the power to accommodate them. At press time Mazda PHEVs are not compatible with Level 3 chargers.
When you’re ready to make the transition to a PHEV or EV, see what Five Star Mazda has in store for you! Our team is ready for the EV revolution, and we have answers to the questions you’re bound to have about this fast-changing new technology. Contact us with your questions, and stop by our showroom to experience a Mazda PHEV with a test drive.
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