More and more Kiwis are changing to electric vehicles, for reasons of sustainability and our environmental impact and, of course, the running costs. EVs emit 80% less CO2 than an equivalent petrol vehicle when being driven in New Zealand because electricity generated here is typically at least 80% renewable (mostly from hydro, geothermal and wind).
Charging your EV is as easy as charging your phone, or plugging in the toaster, and one of the best things about driving an EV is that you can charge up at home – no need to wait in the queue at the petrol station before your summer roadie, or when you’re in a hurry to work. And there’s a growing number of public EV charging options too, for when you’re out and about.
One of the many advantages to driving an EV is charging from the comfort of your own home – and getting up in the morning to a ‘full tank’, and Good Electrical can provide the service required to set up your home charging system.
Most electric cars come with their own portable charger, which, like all the other electrics in your house, can be plugged into a normal power point. These types of chargers should have an in-cable control and protection device (ICCPD). Never, ever (ever!) use a charger without an ICCPD – it’s risky business.
If you’ve got a spot in your garage or around the house that’ll fit a wall mounted charging unit, this is a great way to charge your electric car way more efficiently than through a standard plug.
Electric vehicles are well suited to off-peak charging (usually overnight), enabling owners to take advantage of lower priced electricity supply periods.
If you plan on charging your car at night, this could reduce your operating costs even further.
Electric vehicles (EVs) are a great way to save money and cut down on pollution at the same time. An EV runs off of a battery that you can charge at home or at a commercial charging station. Most EVs come with a Level 1 charger that you can plug into any standard 120-volt outlet, but many people want a faster, dedicated charging station at home. Costs vary depending on where you live, which station you purchase, and whether it is hardwired to your home or is portable.
Most EV owners invest in Level 2 stations. They charge batteries much quicker, with most reaching a full charge in just a few hours. They require a 240-volt outlet, and they can be portable or mounted and hardwired to your home. Some are specific to the type of car, while others charge any car with an adaptor, so for more information on electrical repairs Auckland, electricians Auckland North Shore and powering domestic EV charging stations please go to www.aucklandelectrician.co.nz .
