How long it takes to charge an electric vehicle (charging curves)

When an electric car is plugged into the charging station, the vehicle and station communicate. The battery management system (BMS) controls the amount of power the vehicle will accept from the charging station to protect the battery while trying to ensure optimal charging speed. This results in an EV charging curve or fast charging profile.

How long an electric vehicle battery lasts

The battery of an electric car is the most expensive part. The average cost of an EV battery is $10,000 to $12,000. Thankfully, electric vehicle batteries last a long time.

How much it costs to charge an electric car at home (calculator included)

To determine the cost of charging an EV at home, you will need to determine your electricity costs (i.e. the dollar per kWh you spend on electricity), determine the efficiency of your electric vehicle, and then, determine your costs per miles (dollars per mile) using your electricity costs and the efficiency of your electric vehicle. Let’s dive in some more.

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