Are Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Free?
Some electric vehicle (EV) charging stations are free to use. Finding a free EV charging station can be challenging, but there are a few out there. Most charging spots require…
Continue readingWhich Electric Cars Charge The Fastest?
Electric car batteries have significantly improved over the years. But even though they still take a while to charge, the improvement is enough to make electric cars that more appealing…
Continue readingBest Tesla Charger Extension Cord 2020 (Owner’s Review)
Since the official Tesla owners manual does not mention extension cords, you may be wondering what is the best Tesla charger extension cord on the market. First, a background…
Continue readingHow to Calculate EV Charging Costs
There are a number of reasons you might want to buy an electric vehicle. You might choose an EV because you care deeply about your carbon footprint, for example. You…
Continue readingBosch Power Max 2 – Our Review
The Bosch Power Max Level 2 charging station was revolutionary when it debuted in 2013. In addition to its sub-$500 price tag, the original Power Max was lauded for its…
Continue readingHow Much Electricity Does It Take to Charge a Tesla Model 3?
As I’ve written before, we here at enrg.io are big fans of all things Tesla. Tesla’s newest and most affordable car is of course the Model 3. Since its debut…
Continue readingHow Long Does It Take to Charge a Tesla Roadster?
Ah, the Tesla Roadster. I’ve yet to see one in person but I’ve spent more time than I care to admit ogling it on the Internet. I hope my wife…
Continue readingBMW i3 Charging Time on 110v
We here at enrg.io love the BMW i3. While there have been a few complaints, most notably about the car’s air conditioning system and tires, most reviews for the i3…
Continue readingBest EV Charging Cable Locks
I’ve been fortunate the few times I’ve been careless with the charging cable for my beloved Nissan Leaf. I hate to admit it, but there have been times when I’ve…
Continue readingHigh Power Wall Connector (HPWC) or NEMA 14-50 Direct Plug – Which is Better?
After reading about charging your Tesla with a NEMA 14-50 outlet at home you may wonder if it’s better than a HPWC. Tesla’s High Powered Wall Connector (HPWC), now referred…
Continue readingHow To Charge Your EV With A NEMA 14-50 Outlet
A favorite among early Tesla owners, installing a NEMA 14-50R outlet (“NEMA 14 50” for short) for home charging is an economical and flexible solution. The outlet itself can be…
Continue readingHow Long Does it Take to Charge an Electric Car?
One of the most asked questions in the all-electric vehicle (EV) world is: how long does it take to charge? Perhaps because we are so used to spending around five…
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