Charge an Electric Car: The motoring world is changing. As tackling climate change has become a high priority, many of us are looking for cleaner ways to drive.
New government targets for the production of petrol and diesel cars have led more and more car manufacturers to release fully electric car models.
But, how much does it actually cost to charge an electric car?
In addition to the obvious benefits to the environment, one thing that may surprise you about an electric car is how much less it can drive than a diesel or petrol vehicle.
Divide the amount you have to pay to charge the electric car.
If you buy an electric car, the cost of refilling will largely depend on when, where you charge, and the rates offered by your utility company.
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For a bigger picture of how much it costs to charge a plug-in car, you should include the cost of debt forgiveness to purchase and install a home charging station.
If you are thinking of using solar energy to power your car, the cost of a home solar system is also in the equation.
There is a simple equation to use when it comes to electric cars. The battery capacity of a vehicle is expressed in kilowatt-hours (kWh).
So to find out how much it costs to fully charge your car from empty to full, you need to multiply the car battery size by your supplier’s electric charge (pence per kWh per car).
Obviously, a car with a larger battery will cost a little more to charge. For newer, mid-range electric cars like Kia and Hyundai, expect a battery size of 64 kWh.
It will cost $ 29.22 full charge on full electricity tariff.
For larger models such as the 100 kWh Tesla Model S, expect to pay $14.40 for the full charge.
Simply put, math:
battery size (kWh) x your supplier’s electricity cost (pence per kilowatt-hour) = the cost to fully charge an electric car from empty to full.
The faster the charging, the higher the rate
These units are expensive to install by a private individual.
Tesla has its own unique supercharger network, however, once again, rates can vary widely depending on the region, time, and model of Tesla and whether you choose a Tier 1 or Tier 2 recharge speed (the latter is quicker but more expensive).
An important caveat: Tesla superchargers only work for Tesla vehicles.
Installing Electric Vehicle charging devices in your home
Most PEV owners can provide their daily driving range needs with the Level 1 equipment, without the need for additional cost or installation, if a power outlet is available on a separate branch circuit near their parking space.
For drivers with a regular schedule or long journeys, level 2 charging devices can be installed. State and utility incentives may be available to help reduce the cost of charging equipment.
The most basic level 2 products have standard safety features and status lights. More sophisticated, “smart” Level 2 products feature features such as data collection, user interface systems, improved displays, charging timers, communication capabilities, and keypads.
What about charging electric cars in public places?
Currently, Parkers Renault Joe is required to charge at home only during each night due to current usage. You can see the cost of charging its battery on your monthly electricity bill.
Home charging is usually cheaper than public charging, so savings are more important. However, when you consider that 80% of electric car owners are charging at home – according to BP Charge Master – this is the most common scenario for most EV motorists.
You may find that some places across the country offer free charging in their car parks. Places like supermarkets often have charge points, which are free for your stay.
This service is provided as an incentive for you to visit their businesses. Charge points are available at some pay and display car parks, so you pay the cost of a parking ticket to charge your car.
Most modern charging networks offer free downloadable mobile applications that help you locate charge points and start charging.
You will need your own charging cable, but once you have downloaded the app, you can use it to start charging. The cost will be, and the tariffs will be determined by the host.
