Charging your EV (electric vehicle) is just like filling up with gasoline. However, now the gas station is a charging station and the fuel is electricity. Let’s look at the the different ways for you to charge an Electric Vehicle in Minnesota.
Level 1 Charging
All plug-in vehicles come equipped with a Level 1 charging cord that can travel with the vehicle. Simply plug into a standard 120-volt electricity outlet (a typical household electrical outlet). Eight hours of charging will provide about 40 miles of range.
Level 1 chargers are perfect for places you park you vehicle for long periods of time, such as work or at home. If you drive no more than 40-50 miles a day, this may be an adequate charger for at-home charging.
Level 2 Charging
This requires a 240-volt outlet (the same as an electric clothes dryer or water heater requires). You’ll get between 20-30 miles of range per hour of charging using a Level 2 charger. Since most of your charging is likely done at home, it is recommended that you install a Level 2 charger in your home by a local electrician. Level 2 charger installation costs vary, but typically range between $500-$2,000 for this service.
DC Fast Charger
These are typically installed at public charging stations. They are compatible with most EVs and are very fast, typically providing up to 100 miles of range in less than 30 minutes.
Twin Cities EV Charging Locations
As of this article, the Minneapolis/St. Paul area has over 1,550 charging stations. 202 of those are Free Stations, 158 are DC Fast Chargers and 440 have been added in the past 90 days. Here is more information on chargers located throughout the Twin Cities:
Bloomington
44 Public Charging Stations within 10 miles
100% are Level 2 Chargers
32 are Free Stations
Brooklyn Park
18 Public Charging Stations within 10 miles
88% are Level 2 Chargers
17 are Free Stations
Burnsville
19 Public Charging Stations within 10 miles
94% are Level 2 Chargers
8 are Free Stations
Eden Prairie
7 Public Charging Stations within 10 miles
71% are Level 2 Chargers
4 are Free Stations
Oakdale
12 Public Charging Stations within 10 miles
33% are Level 2 Chargers
4 are Free Stations
Shakopee
17 Public Charging Stations within 10 miles
94% are Level 2 Chargers
16 are Free Stations
Wayzata
8 Public Charging Stations within 10 miles
87% are Level 2 Chargers
8 are Free Stations
Visit ChargeHub to find a Electric Vehicle charging station near you.
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