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Rapid charging
Rapid charging (DC) allows you to recover a large part of the battery in a short time, ideal for long journeys. However, between the advertised powers, the charging curve, preconditioning, temperature, battery level, and vehicle limits, the reality can vary significantly from one charging station to another.Here, we gather guides and user feedback to understand the standards (CCS, CHAdeMO…), estimate the real time for a 10–80 %, choose the right networks, limit extra costs, and avoid common mistakes (arriving too high in % battery, charging when it’s cold without preconditioning, etc.). The goal: to charge faster, better, and cheaper on the road.
Understanding Battery Lifespan: Essential Tips and Checks
The lifespan of batteries is the crucial question that plagues the mind of every buyer of a second-hand electric car. But rest assured, in most cases, a b…
Understanding Battery Lifespan: Essential Tips and Checks
The lifespan of batteries is the crucial question that plagues the mind of every buyer of a second-hand electric car. But rest assured, in most cases, a b…
Understanding Electric Car Batteries: A Guide for Informed Drivers
The battery of an electric car is much more than just a simple source of energy: it is the beating heart of your vehicle. It determines the range, influen…
Optimise your charging costs: tips to reduce your electricity bill.
The cost of charging electric vehicles is a hot topic, as it varies from one country to another. Price per kWh, subscriptions, taxes, the options are nume…
Rapid charging: mastering the art of stress-free electric travel
Fast charging has become the Holy Grail for electric car drivers, but beware: it’s not always as simple as it seems! Understanding the subtleties of charg…
Range of electric cars: analysis of influencing factors
Vous avez déjà ressenti cette déception : la fiche technique annonce 450 km d’autonomie, mais sur la route, vous n’en voyez que 280 à 350. Ne paniquez pas…
Electric Vehicle Range: An Analysis of Influencing Factors
Have you ever felt that disappointment: the technical sheet claims 450 km of range, but on the road, you only see 280 to 350. Don’t panic! The real range …