How About EV Infrastructure?
Buying an EV means making a mental shift in thinking about how you refuel your car. Drivers became accustomed to filling up their gas tanks while traveling. Most EV charging (about 80%) gets done at home.
Charging at Home
You can charge an EV from a simple household outlet. But, for the greatest efficiency, charging your electric car from a faster Level 2 at home is what most buyers prefer. You can also charge in public at a Level 2 or Level 3 fast charger (more on what that is in a moment). Most car dealers selling EVs can coordinate installing Level 2 chargers at your home if you own it since Level 3 is cost-prohibitive to install in residential settings.
If you live in an apartment building, many owners have begun installing fast chargers. Even if yours hasnโt, building management might be willing to upon request. It makes the building more attractive to renters. In many cases, local electric utilities can help defray installation costs.