6/18/2023 0 Comments Ford 115 volt plug cover![]() ![]() Here’s a look at key aspects of choosing the right charging equipment, installing it properly and best practices for using EV charging equipment at home. Electric vehicles have different charging capabilities and requirements and every owner also has their own driving needs. With EV charging, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution. If an EV is the only car, for long summer or holiday trip, owners can do what owners of compact gasoline-powered sedans may do: Rent a midsize or larger SUV for that two-week vacation. Or find a hotel with on-site charging.įor those who charge at home, you need to have the right charging equipment, and the proper electrical supply. Range and charging time may be less of an issue if an EV is the second car. Electric Vehicle Experience (EVX) Home Charging Study But 80% of charging is done at home, according to the JD Power U.S. Some use public charging, which means you do have to wait on the car. They top off every night or two, and as long as the car is charged in the morning, charging time doesn’t matter and range anxiety isn’t an issue for daily driving. But empty-to-full charging is not what EV owners do most of the time. With a gas-engine car, most owners drive until it’s low on fuel because gas stations are everywhere and gassing up is a quick stop. ![]() Clearing Up the Range-Anxiety Misconception The more you know, the clearer it becomes that the unique aspects of EVs aren’t automatic disqualifiers. Here’s what you need to know about buying, installing and using the right EV charger. ![]() We’ve all pumped gas and know it’s a five- to 10-minute process we suspect recharging takes longer and we know there are far fewer charging stations than the 125,000 U.S. Tom MoloughneyĮlectric vehicles have lots in common with gasoline-powered cars-room for four-plus passengers, range of several hundred miles, good safety-plus that one big difference: recharging with a plug at versus refueling from a pump. Here, a Mustang Mach-E using the popular Enel X Juicebox charger. Not just charging capacity and power output, but also length of the charger cable. Please note that third party supplier branded accessories do not come with a Ford warranty but are covered by the third party supplier’s own warranty, the details of which can be found here.įitment of dealer-fit parts and accessories may have an impact on your vehicle’s fuel consumption.Size matters. This website shows both original Ford accessories as well as a range of carefully selected products from third party suppliers, which are identified under that third party supplier’s brand name. ![]() Ford Online Shop Sales Terms & Conditions apply. Postage and packing will be applied to each item in accordance with Ford’s standard delivery rates and policies. The Promotion is subject to availability and may be withdrawn or amended without notice. In addition, this Ford Customer Saving may be available at participating dealers (you will need to speak to your dealer for full information). *Ford Customer Saving available on selected accessories purchased from the Ford Online Shop by end of This Customer Saving is provided to retail customers only by Ford Motor Company Limited (registered office Arterial Road, Laindon, Essex, England, SS15 6EE). ![]()
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