The Reality Behind Home Charging Speeds!
The evolution of charging technologies has significantly improved the experience for electric vehicle (EV) owners. However, many misconceptions still exist about charging speeds, especially when it comes to obtaining sufficient daily range. Let's unravel some of these illusions.
FAST HOME CHARGING WITH A WALLBOX
A wallbox at home might seem like a great option for quick charging sessions, ensuring you never feel stranded. But is this really necessary? It can also lead to a significant increase in your electricity bill. The capacity tariff records the high peaks of charging, resulting in higher costs than expected.
A household has an average peak power of 4.37 kW. If you exceed this with an 11 kW charger, or even a throttled version of 6 or 7 kW to avoid peaks, your peak will significantly increase, consequently raising your overall electricity costs. Charging at 11 kW can fully charge your car from 20-100% in just 4 hours, which is perhaps too fast and definitely overkill for most household range needs.
The CREG (Commission for Electricity and Gas Regulation) tariff plays an important role here. Electricity transmission tariffs have recently been approved for the period 2024-2027 and will rise significantly, with an average increase of 77% over this period.
CHARGING WITH A REGULAR SOCKET
Can you really do that? Many people doubt the safety (but it is absolutely safe) and speed of charging via a regular socket. However, overnight charging results in a significant range, averaging around 100 to 150 km. This is more than sufficient for most commutes and private trips. Moreover, it avoids high consumption peaks and outsmarts the capacity tariff.
HOME CHARGING SPEEDS OVERVIEW
2.3 kW Regular Socket
– Average Charging Time (20-80%): 16 hours
– Average Range Gained: 100-150 km (8-10 hours)
11 kW Wallbox
– Average Charging Time (20-80%): 2-3 hours
– Average Range Gained: 200-300 km (4 hours)
6/7 kW Wallbox
– Average Charging Time (20-80%): 4-5 hours
– Average Range Gained: 150-200 km (4 hours)
EASILY REIMBURSING HOME CHARGING
But what about reimbursing home charging sessions via a regular socket? This can't be recorded without a smart cable or wallbox, right? Our solution works with data we directly retrieve from the vehicle's app. This makes you independent of charging infrastructure, and charging sessions are automatically and always recorded. This also prevents charging fraud, ensuring you only reimburse the charging sessions of your company vehicles.
The CREG tariff is also used as a basis for reimbursing charging costs by employers. This tariff is based on the average rate established by CREG, meaning that reimbursements are consistent and transparent.
DECOUPLE YOUR FLEET FROM CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE
This makes even the most complex situations manageable. Whether it's employees with different charging scenarios, such as a private charger from a previous employer, renting a house without a charger, or sharing a charging point in the city, EEVEE Mobility offers a seamless and efficient solution for managing your electric fleet.
CONCLUSION
Understanding the actual costs and efficiency of different charging options is crucial for both individuals and businesses. With rising electricity tariffs and the capacity tariff, it's essential to make strategic decisions about how and where you charge. EEVEE Mobility helps you navigate these challenges with solutions that are both cost-effective and practical.
A wallbox at home might seem like a great option for quick charging sessions, ensuring you never feel stranded. But is this really necessary? It can also lead to a significant increase in your electricity bill. The capacity tariff records the high peaks of charging, resulting in higher costs than expected.
A household has an average peak power of 4.37 kW. If you exceed this with an 11 kW charger, or even a throttled version of 6 or 7 kW to avoid peaks, your peak will significantly increase, consequently raising your overall electricity costs. Charging at 11 kW can fully charge your car from 20-100% in just 4 hours, which is perhaps too fast and definitely overkill for most household range needs.
The CREG (Commission for Electricity and Gas Regulation) tariff plays an important role here. Electricity transmission tariffs have recently been approved for the period 2024-2027 and will rise significantly, with an average increase of 77% over this period.
CHARGING WITH A REGULAR SOCKET
Can you really do that? Many people doubt the safety (but it is absolutely safe) and speed of charging via a regular socket. However, overnight charging results in a significant range, averaging around 100 to 150 km. This is more than sufficient for most commutes and private trips. Moreover, it avoids high consumption peaks and outsmarts the capacity tariff.
HOME CHARGING SPEEDS OVERVIEW
2.3 kW Regular Socket
– Average Charging Time (20-80%): 16 hours
– Average Range Gained: 100-150 km (8-10 hours)
11 kW Wallbox
– Average Charging Time (20-80%): 2-3 hours
– Average Range Gained: 200-300 km (4 hours)
6/7 kW Wallbox
– Average Charging Time (20-80%): 4-5 hours
– Average Range Gained: 150-200 km (4 hours)
EASILY REIMBURSING HOME CHARGING
But what about reimbursing home charging sessions via a regular socket? This can't be recorded without a smart cable or wallbox, right? Our solution works with data we directly retrieve from the vehicle's app. This makes you independent of charging infrastructure, and charging sessions are automatically and always recorded. This also prevents charging fraud, ensuring you only reimburse the charging sessions of your company vehicles.
The CREG tariff is also used as a basis for reimbursing charging costs by employers. This tariff is based on the average rate established by CREG, meaning that reimbursements are consistent and transparent.
DECOUPLE YOUR FLEET FROM CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE
This makes even the most complex situations manageable. Whether it's employees with different charging scenarios, such as a private charger from a previous employer, renting a house without a charger, or sharing a charging point in the city, EEVEE Mobility offers a seamless and efficient solution for managing your electric fleet.
CONCLUSION
Understanding the actual costs and efficiency of different charging options is crucial for both individuals and businesses. With rising electricity tariffs and the capacity tariff, it's essential to make strategic decisions about how and where you charge. EEVEE Mobility helps you navigate these challenges with solutions that are both cost-effective and practical.
