Frequently Asked Questions

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AC charging uses alternating current to charge the batteries of an electric car, while DC charging uses direct current. DC charging is generally faster than AC charging.

Most electric cars have a dashboard display that shows the battery charge status. This can be expressed as a percentage or as the number of kilometers that can still be traveled on the remaining charge. Some cars also have a mobile app that allows remote monitoring of battery charge status.

You can charge your electric car at public charging points, at fast charging stations, at home or at work.

Yes, most electric cars can be charged at home using a charging station or a regular socket.

This depends on the charging infrastructure and the payment method that has been set up. For example, you can pay with a charge card (such as the handy MAES Hybrid card), via an app or via a credit card.

This depends on the power of the charging point and the capacity of the car’s battery. Fast charging stations can usually fully charge an electric car in 30 to 45 minutes, while normal charging points need several hours.

The power required to charge an electric car depends on the capacity of the battery and the charging speed of the charging point. In general, the larger the capacity of the battery and the faster the charging speed, the higher the power required. An average electric car has a battery capacity of about 60 kWh and can be charged from 0 to 100% in about 8 hours with a charging speed of 7.4 kW. For faster charging speeds, for example at a fast charging station, higher power is required.

This depends on the size of the battery and the type of charger you use. In general, charging an electric vehicle can take several hours to several tens of minutes, depending on the charging capacity and size of the battery.

The range of an electric car depends on the capacity of the battery and the consumption of the car. On average, electric cars have a range of 200 to 300 kilometers.

There are different types of charging points, including charging stations, fast charging stations, wall boxes and sockets.

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

You can charge your electric vehicle via a charging station or via a socket at home. The type of charger you need depends on the model of your car and its power needs.

At the moment it is not possible to charge an electric vehicle while driving, as wireless charging technology is still under development.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

Electric charging is the process of charging the batteries of an electric car using a charging point. This can be done at home, at work or at public charging points.