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Selecting the Right Home Charger for Your Electric Vehicle

Summary – Consider installing a dedicated 240-volt line in the garage for faster Level 2 charging of an electric car – Purchase an Electric Vehicle Service Equipment (EVSE) charging station for added safety and convenience – Look for a Level 2 charging unit with at least 30 amps power to…

Testing Your Tesla's Battery Degradation: A Step-By-Step Guide

Summary – Tesla batteries lose capacity over time, with 12% degradation after 200,000 miles – The Model 3 may have 30% degradation after 8 years or 120,000 miles – To calculate battery degradation, compare current battery capacity to official quoted capacity – Method to calculate degradation includes checking energy screen…

Is it Possible to Own an Electric Car Without a Garage or At-Home Charging?

Summary * Charging an electric car outdoors requires more than an external electric outlet * Consider having an electrician install a hardwired charging station * You can take advantage of state and local power company-provided incentives for having a charger installed * Petition your building’s management to install an EVSE…

Maintaining an Electric Car: What You Need to Know

Summary Electric car maintenance is simpler and less expensive than gas-powered cars. EVs are more cost-effective in the long run due to lower maintenance costs. Owners must still follow recommended periodic checks to maintain warranty coverage. Different EVs have different maintenance schedules for various components. Battery degradation is a concern…

Top Electric Car Chargers for 2024

Summary – Emporia 48-amp is one of the top recommended EV chargers for 2024, offering a high-quality yet low-cost option – ChargePoint Home Flex is a flexible option with good features and has recently lowered in price, making it a better choice – Tesla Universal Wall Connector is a unique…

Understanding Split Pack Electric Vehicle Batteries

Electric vehicles (EVs) are equipped with large battery packs capable of holding significant amounts of electricity to power their traction motors for extended distances. Some EVs, such as the GMC Hummer EV and the Tesla Cybertruck, feature split battery packs composed of two or more battery arrays to facilitate charging…

Selling Electric Vehicles to Reluctant Buyers: Dodge's Challenge

Dodge, a brand known for its powerful V8 muscle cars, is facing the challenge of convincing its loyal customer base to consider electric vehicles. The introduction of the Charger Daytona, the brand’s first electric muscle car, presents a significant shift in the company’s product line. Dodge acknowledges the difficulty in…