In my previous RealClearEnergy article on electric vehicle (EV) charging, I found that relying primarily on public fast chargers was not a realistic option. Based on the 80 miles I drive daily, between home and work, it would require over 200 hours per year to charge the Hyundai Kona EV as compared to less than five hours fueling my gasoline-powered car. This is also assuming a charger was both conveniently located and ready for immediate use. Clearly, home charging is a much better option.
I have had a home EV charger for several years and found charging my car was not only more convenient than having to fuel my (ICE) internal combustion-powered car but that home electricity is also less expensive than gasoline. But the questions remain: what are the impacts on my home energy bill and power consumption? What are the implications for grid capacity to supply power to charge the ever expanding number of EVs?
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