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Getting To Know

Electric Vehicles
&
Charging Stations

Getting To Know
Electric & Hybrid Vehicles

Fully electric cars are powered using electricity and regain a charge when connected to a charging station. They are the most environmentally friendly cars because they emit zero-emissions.

Plug-in hybrids can be fueled with either gasoline or electricity. They are recharged using a standard 120V outlet or charging station. Some have a range of over 70 miles on electricity alone, but can also operate solely on gasoline like a standard hybrid.

Hybrid cars are fueled by gasoline only, but can recapture energy during braking and store it as electricity that can be used to power the vehicle. Hybrids cannot be plugged into a standard outlet or charger, but can be very fuel efficient.

Getting To Know
Charging Station Levels

EV charging stations (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment or EVSE) are classified in three different levels, depending on how much power is supplied to the vehicle, which also determines charging speeds.
Learn more about each level below.

Level
1

Residential

A basic charger that comes included with electric cars and can be plugged into any standard 120V outlet. Cheapest to use, but produces considerably slower charging speeds, that can take up to 15 hours to fully charge a vehicle.
Power
( AC) 120V, 1.9 kW @ 12 amp

Miles Per Hour Charged
 Up to 5 Miles

Level
2

Residential / Commercial

The most ideal charging option for residential and commercial customers, Level 2 offers the best balance between installation cost and charging speeds. Requires 240V and can fully charge a fully-electric car in up to 6 hours.
Power
(AC) 240V, 19.2 kW @ 80 amp

Miles Per Hour Charged
 Up to 30 Miles

Level
3

Commercial
(DC Fast Charger)

The commercial-grade charger, also known as DC Fast Charger (DCFC), is the fastest way to recharge an electric vehicle and it's often found along heavy traffic corridors or along major highways to service drivers traveling extended distances. Able to recharge a vehicle to 80% in 30-45 minutes, Level 3 has a high installation cost, but can be suitable for high-traffic commercial properties.
Power
(DC) 200-500V, 50-120 kW @ 80 amp

Miles Per Hour Charged
 Up to 120 Miles

Getting To Know
Charging Station 
Connectors

Charging station connectors are used to connect the charging station to the electric vehicle. Connectors vary depending on charging station level, and the EV's make and model.
Here are the details:

SAE J1772

Standard for electric vehicles in the USA and compatible with Level 1 & Level 2 chargers

CCS Combo

Used for Level 3 chargers with compatible EVs based on their make and model

CHAdeMO

Used for Level 3 chargers with compatible EVs based on their make and model

Tesla

Exclusive to Tesla vehicles and used with Tesla Wall Connectors and Superchargers

Additional Information

The Future Is Coming, Get Ready Today
  • Charging Stations Near You

    Explore PlugShare and find charging stations in your area.


    PlugShare

  • Federal & State Laws and Tax Incentives for EVSE

    Learn more about Federal & Florida laws and tax incentives regarding electric vehicle charging stations (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment or EVSE)


    Federal Laws & Tax Incentives


    Florida Laws & Tax Incentives

  • Federal Tax Credits For Electric Vehicles

    Ready to buy an electric vehicle?


    Check out some of the tax credits being offered for electric vehicles.


    Federal Tax Credits for All-Electric & Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles

  • Compare The Cost of Driving With Electricity

    Compare how much it will cost you per gallon of gasoline vs. the cost of electricity.


    eGallon

  • Compare Cars: Electric Vs. Gasoline

    Compare cars and their fuel efficiency. Select any gasoline-fueled vehicle and compare it to an electric vehicle. Find out what savings you might be missing out on!


    Electric Vs. Gasoline

Number Of EVs on the Road Today

1,000,000+

Number Of EVs Sold in 2018 in the US

361,307

Percentage Increase of EVs Sold in 2018 vs. 2017

81%
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