Guide

Level 2 vs Level 1 EV Charging

Level 1 uses a standard outlet you already have. Level 2 requires an installed 240-volt circuit. The choice comes down to how many miles you drive on a typical day.

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The numbers

Level 1 adds roughly 3 to 5 miles of range per hour, or about 40 to 60 miles over a 12-hour overnight charge. Level 2 at 40 amps adds roughly 25 to 30 miles per hour, or well over 300 miles overnight.

When Level 1 is genuinely enough

Plug-in hybrids. Second cars. Households driving under 35 miles a day who can leave the car plugged in most nights. There is no shame in it and it costs nothing to install.

When to move to Level 2

Longer commutes, cold Indiana winters that reduce efficiency, occasional back-to-back long days, or two EVs sharing one driveway. Level 2 removes the planning burden entirely.

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