![]() ![]() ![]() A high-voltage charging station that’s up and running in Woodland, CA, can charge a Tessla Roadster EV in just one hour, and others can charge a car 80 percent in 20 minutes. GM predicts that it will take about eight hours to fully charge the Chevy Volt’s battery when plugged into a 120 V outlet, and charging would be even faster using a high-voltage outlet at home, like the one that powers your clothes dryer.Īlso, auto companies, private utilities, and the government are working together to build a network of public charging stations that will deliver higher voltage electricity, enabling you to charge your car quickly while on the go. How does an EV or PHEV plug in? Would I need a special outlet?Īll of the EVs and PHEVs coming to market are designed to be plugged into a standard 120-volt outlet like those found in your home, garage, or carport. ![]() As plug-in electric hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) and electric vehicles (EVs) come to market, many consumers will need some basic questions answered before making the switch. ![]()
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