How to Choose an EV Charger for Residential or Commercial Properties

How to Choose an EV Charger for Residential or Commercial Properties

Electric vehicle sales are increasing, and the demand for EV charger solutions is increasing. To address this, Canada has established the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP) to provide $680 million by 2027 to address the lack of charging stations. EV owners are provided with a Level 1 charger at the time of purchase, which is the slowest charging option available, and requires between 11 and 20 hours to fully charge an EV. Level 2 EV chargers deliver 3 kW to 19 kW to the vehicle, the equivalent of more than 50 km of range per hour, and a 240-volt outlet is required to power a Level 3 DC Fast Charger. Level 3 chargers, also known as DC Fast Chargers, are generally found in public settings and deliver up to 480 km of range per hour of charge time.

They require a direct connection to an electrical system and use Alternating Current (AC) power, while Level 4 chargers use Direct Current (DC) electricity. Tesla Superchargers deliver between 72 to 250 kW, which translates to 24 km per minute of charging. EV Charger compatibility varies depending on the manufacturer.