Charging time depends on the size of the battery and the type of charger you use:
- Level 1 (standard 120V outlet at home): Adds about 3‒5 miles of range per hour or about 40 miles overnight.
- Level 2 (240V home or public charger): Adds about 14‒35 miles of range per hour. EV owners can install a Level 2 charger at home for overnight charging and convenience.
- DC fast charging (public “fast chargers”): Adds 100‒150+ miles of range in about 30 minutes. Available at public stations, fast chargers are expanding across California at businesses and along travel corridors.
Most EV owners plug in at home overnight, so their car is ready each morning, similar to charging a phone. For long trips, public fast chargers make it possible to recharge quickly along the way.
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Charging and Fueling