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Charging 101

How EV charging actually works.

Three things matter: which plug, how fast, and how often. Everything else is marketing. Here's the plain-English version.

The four things worth knowing

Plugs

There are three connectors that matter in North America: CCS1, NACS, and J1772. Most EVs sold here from 2024 onward can use either CCS or NACS at a fast charger, depending on the vehicle and the station. Our stalls have CCS and NACS native — no adapter dance.

Speed

A charger's advertised kilowatt rating is a ceiling, not a floor. Actual charging speed depends on your battery's state of charge, the battery temperature, and how the station shares power across stalls. The honest read: cars charge fastest from 10–60% and slow down meaningfully near full.

Habits

Most EV drivers don't fast-charge daily. Fast charging is for road trips, fleet duty cycles, and density gaps. The rest of the time, EVs charge slowly at home or at work. That's why where fast chargers go matters more than how many you build.

Etiquette

Don't stay plugged in past your charge curve. Don't park in a charging stall if you're not actively charging. Pull through if there's a line. Be the kind of driver you'd want to share a station with.

See it in motion

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