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  • Bidirectional Charging - A Complete Guide
    February 7, 2024

    Bidirectional Charging - A Complete Guide

    Electric vehicle (EV) charging technology has grown significantly in the past few years. From smart EV chargers that can personalize charging sessions to rapid chargers that can fill up a vehicle's battery within minutes, these developments not only cater to...

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  • What is a Level 2 Charger?
    February 5, 2024

    What is a Level 2 Charger?

    Electric vehicle (EV) charging has come a long way from the first trickle chargers that marked the tentative beginnings of e-mobility. Today, manufacturers have started developing other charging alternatives, including wireless charging and solar charging. Despite recent developments, Level 2...

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  • Smart Economics: Portable EV Chargers vs. Home Charging Stations
    February 4, 2024

    Smart Economics: Portable EV Chargers vs. Home Charging Stations

    In recent years, a notable trend in the EV charging industry has seen many EV owners gravitating towards static home charging stations as their primary source for high-powered Level 2 charging.

    A common belief is that installing a home charging station will yield significantly more impressive returns than using a portable charging unit. Join us as we explore the key pros and cons of both charging stations and portable chargers.

    Discover how the Lectron Portable Level 2 40A Charger is challenging this mindset by offering a compelling blend of power and portability, all at a significantly lower cost.

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  • Level 2 vs. Level 3 Charger
    January 31, 2024

    Level 2 vs. Level 3 Charger

    For new electric vehicle (EV) owners, developing a charging habit might take a while. Deciding when to charge to ensure sufficient battery capacity for the next commute, identifying the closest public charging station, and understanding the nuances of charger types...

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  • Is Level 2 Charging Bad for Battery?
    January 22, 2024

    Is Level 2 Charging Bad for Battery?

    Like an average smartphone, electric vehicles (EVs) rely on lithium-ion batteries to operate. Li-ion batteries are known for their high power-to-weight ratio, high energy efficiency, good high-temperature performance, long life at high temperatures, and low self-discharge, making them the perfect...

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  • Finding the Best Level 2 EV Charger You Can Buy
    January 15, 2024

    Finding the Best Level 2 EV Charger You Can Buy

    Along with finding the best electric vehicle (EV) that suits your driving needs, looking for the perfect EV charger to keep it powered up is just as crucial. Ideally, chargers from the same manufacturer as your EV are your best...

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  • Is a Tesla Home Charger Worth It?
    January 4, 2024

    Is a Tesla Home Charger Worth It?

    A big part of electric vehicle (EV) charging -- 80% according to the US Department of Energy -- is done at home. After all, the convenience of waking up to a fully charged electric car, ready for a whole day...

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