How to choose the best charger for your electric car rental?
To find a charger for your electric car in the US, start by utilizing online platforms such as PlugShare or ChargePoint to locate charging stations near you. Be sure to apply filters such as connector type and charging speed to narrow down your search and find a compatible charger for your vehicle.
The most important points to remember when looking for a charger for your electric vehicle?
- Know the type of connector your rental vehicle uses
- All non Tesla = J1772 for Level 2 and CCS for Level 3 fast charging
- How quickly do you need to charge?
- Car will be parked for several hours = Level 2, J1772 connector
- Need charge in 30 min or less = Level 3 CCS connector
Find below a few helpful links for finding charging stations:
What are the types of Electric Vehicle Charging connectors?
AC Charging
Connector – J1772 Level II
- 4-10 hours charge time to 80% full
- Best if you plan for overnight, workday, or day-long event
DC Charging
CCS – Level III
- 20-60 minutes charge time to 80% full
- Best for road trips or when you need to charge as quickly as possible
And a few more videos to help you on your journey to charging your electric car:
- How to charge an EV with Chargepoint
- Start a charge using the Electrify America App
- How to charge with EVgo
Plan your trip with the EV trip planner
Not sure how far you can drive in an electric car? No problem. Just select the electric car you’d like to rent, how far you plan to travel, and the charging connection. The trip planner will tell you where you can stop to recharge.
Find out more about charging your electric car and several other topics related to the electric topics:
