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Here you can find all useful information about electric charging

I am going to buy an electric or hybrid car, now what?

Made the decision? You’re going to buy a new electric or hybrid car? The whole process is a bit different than buying a new car in the old days. Perhaps you might had to look up where your closest MAES Station was, but apart from that you knew what to look out for. With an electric car however, there are a few other things to look out for.

Where do you begin?

Some of the points below are quite obvious. But it can always help to check them off one by one in your decision making process.

  1. Determine your budget: Before any major purchase, it is important that you determine your budget in advance. This will prevent your eyes from being bigger than your stomach. Another good tip is to look up the prices at home first, so you are better prepared before you come to the seller’s office.
  2. Research different models: The car doesn’t have to be there today, so take your time to research the different models and brands of electric and hybrid cars. Compare the specific features that are important to you, such as range, charging process and performance.
  3. Test drive: Especially if it is your first electric or hybrid car, try to request a test drive. This way you can test whether the car is up to your expectations, but you can also try charging at a public charging point or at home. You can then immediately see how much or little time this takes.
  4. Where and how to charge: This is extremely important, because it is currently not as simple as with a normal car on traditional fuel. So let’s take a closer look at this point:
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There are several ways to charge your vehicle electrically:

Charging an electric car is quite different from refueling with a traditional car. But it can be even easier in some cases!

  1. Charging points at home: You can install a charging point at your home. This way you can easily charge while you are being lazy on the sofa! Handy for when you don’t have to go too far for work or when you can also charge at work.
  2. Public charging points: This used to be a bit of a search, but the charging points are starting to appear more and more, you can often find them at shopping centers, parking garages and on the highways.
  3. Fast Charging stations: It is important that you can charge quickly, especially when you are on the road. Nobody is happy to spend an hour in a parking lot next to the highway. That is why some public charging points are equipped with Fast Charging technology, so you can get back on the road faster. At MAES we are also installing 100 ultra-fast chargers.

So be sure to check how and where you want to charge. So if this works out and at work, you are often already in the right place. But if you are always on the road, it is also useful to see whether there is a fast-charging station on your regular route. Also look for a handy way, for example an app, where you can quickly find a location in an emergency! Also handy to see how you are going to load. The MAES Hybrid Card can be a useful tool here ?.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between public and private charging points?

Public charging points are owned by a public authority or a commercial operator and are usually located in public places, such as roadside parking lots, parking garages, shopping malls, etc. Private charging points are owned by individuals or companies and are installed on private property, such as a driveway or garage. Public charging points are often accessible to everyone, while private charging points are only accessible to the owner of the charging point and his or her guests.

What types of charging cables are there?

There are different types of charging cables, including Type 1 and Type 2 cables, which allow AC charging, and CCS and CHAdeMO cables, which allow DC charging.

How much does it cost to charge an electric car?

This depends on the price of the electricity and the capacity of the charging point. In general, charging an electric car is cheaper than refueling with petrol or diesel.

Is electric driving expensive?

This depends on the price of the electricity and the capacity of the charging point.

Can I charge my electric vehicle with a regular socket?

Yes, you can charge your electric vehicle via a regular socket, but charging will be slower than with a special charging station.

Is it safe to charge an electric car?

Yes, it is safe to charge an electric car. Electric cars are designed to be safe while charging, and most charging stations have protection mechanisms to prevent overload and short circuits.

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