Where Can I Charge My Electric Car?

If you’re interested in upgrading your Marietta driving experience with a new BMW EV like the BMW i7 sedan or BMW iX SUV, you may be wondering, “Where can I charge my electric car?” Installing an electric car charger at your home will be essential, but there’s an ever-expanding network of public electric car charging stations you can take advantage of when you’re on-the-go. This guide from United BMW will provide answers to the question, “Where can I charge my electric car?” and explain the different options you’ll have regarding electric car charging stations and electric car chargers. 

Electric Car Charger Types

While you may find electric car charging stations in and around Johns Creek, installing an electric car charger at your will be the most convenient way to recharge your EV overnight. There are three different types of electric car chargers: 

1. Domestic Outlet Home Charging (Regular Outlet) (Level 1 Charging): This electric car charger will fully recharge your vehicle in 24 hours using a standard three-prong outlet, making it ideal for overnight charging. 
2. Installed Brand-Approved Domestic Charging (Level 2 Charging): A Level 2 electric car charger should be installed by an electrician. It can charge your battery in a few hours or, depending on the type of Level 2 charger, can give you a charge of up to 80% in 30 to 40 minutes. 
3. Public Charging/DC Fast Charging (Level 2 Charging): Public electric car charging stations are typically found in malls, hotels, parking garages, and gas stations. They are the fastest option, delivering an 80 percent charge in as few as 30 minutes.

Are Electric Car Charging Stations Free? 

Some Milton area public electric car charging stations might be free while others can cost between $7 to $15 to fully charge your vehicle. Most public electric car charging stations charge by the kilowatt-hour, and overall it will cost significantly less to recharge an electric car than refilling the gas tank on a conventional vehicle. 

BMW EV Charging Solutions

BMW offers the following charging solutions for home and public charging: 

• BMW Wallbox: This Level 2 electric car charger can charge your BMW EV from 0 to 100% at home in under 10 hours.
• Flexible Fast Charger: This portable device is compatible with any 120V or 240V outlet and can deliver a charge from 0 to 100% in under 12 hours at a 240V outlet.
• Electrify America:Electrify America is the largest open DC Fast Charging network in the U.S. and their electric car charging stations can add 180 to 200 miles of range in just 30 minutes. In addition, you can receive 3 years of complimentary charging with the BMW i7 or 2 years of free charging with the BMW i4 and BMW iX. Contact the team at United BMW to learn more.

Explore Your Electric Car Charger Options at United BMW

Where can I charge my electric car? As you can see, there are plenty of convenient ways to recharge your EV. The friendly and knowledgeable sales associates at United BMW will be happy to explain your electric car charging options and introduce you to our new BMW electric and hybrid inventory. If you would like to schedule a visit to our Alpharetta dealership or are interested in setting up a test drive, please feel free to give us a call at 678-890-0741.