You can charge electric commercial vehicles in four main locations: at home, at work, at public charging stations and at fast-charging stations. Home charging is usually the cheapest and most convenient for everyday use, while fast-charging stations are ideal for longer trips. The best choice depends on your driving habits, budget and available facilities.<\/p>\n
The best charging location for your electric utility vehicle depends on your daily driving pattern and business situation. Home charging<\/strong> is often the most practical option because you can charge at night at low rates. You will always have a full battery when you leave in the morning.<\/p>\n Charging at work is becoming increasingly popular, especially if your employer installs charging stations. This comes in handy if you don't have your own parking space at home or if you work long hours. Many companies offer this as an extra service to their employees.<\/p>\n Public charging stations can be found in shopping centres, car parks and along roadsides. They are useful for interim recharging during work trips or errands. The charging speed varies from slow to semi-fast charging.<\/p>\n Fast charging stations are perfect for long trips. In 20-30 minutes, you can charge your company vehicle for 80%. You find them mostly along motorways and at petrol stations. For daily use, they are less suitable because of the higher cost.<\/p>\n Charges vary considerably by location and time of day. Home charging<\/strong> is usually the cheapest, costing between \u20ac0.20 and \u20ac0.30 per kWh. With a night tariff, this can even drop to \u20ac0.15 per kWh. For an average commercial vehicle, this means around \u20ac8 to \u20ac12 for a full charge.<\/p>\n Public charging stations often charge \u20ac0.35 to \u20ac0.50 per kWh, plus sometimes start-up costs or parking fees. A full charge then costs \u20ac15 to \u20ac25. Some providers have subscriptions with cheaper rates.<\/p>\n Fast charging stations are the most expensive, with prices ranging from \u20ac0.50 to \u20ac0.70 per kWh. A quick charge from 80% costs \u20ac20 to \u20ac35, partly offset by the time savings on long trips.<\/p>\n Tips to save costs: use night rates at home, find employers offering free charging, choose charging passes with preferential rates and plan fast charging only for necessary moments. Charging apps help you find the cheapest stations nearby.<\/p>\n Choosing the right charging station starts with determining your daily mileage<\/strong>. Do you drive less than 100 km per day? Then an ordinary 3.7 kW home charging station will suffice. For more kilometres, you need a faster charger of 7.4 kW or 11 kW.<\/p>\n Check which plug type your commercial vehicle has. Most new commercial electric vehicles use type 2 plugs for AC charging and CCS for DC fast charging. Older models sometimes still have CHAdeMO connectors.<\/p>\n For home installation, look at the available power capacity. An 11 kW charging station requires three-phase power. Have an electrician check whether your meter box can handle this. Single-phase connections limit you to 3.7 kW charging.<\/p>\n Smart charging stations offer additional benefits, such as setting charging times for cheap night tariffs, monitoring via apps and access management. For business use, these features are often worth the extra cost as they help control costs.<\/p>\nWhat does it cost to charge your electric utility vehicle?<\/h2>\n
How to find the right charging station for your electric commercial vehicle?<\/h2>\n
What are the advantages of home charging versus public charging?<\/h2>\n