Getting Started

Almost all EV charging happens at home overnight. A wall charger means plugging in and waking up to a full battery.

What this topic covers

• Why a power point is not enough

  A 10A power point adds only 10–15km of range per hour; a 7kW charger is roughly three times faster.

• Single-phase versus three-phase

  Single-phase caps AC charging around 7.4kW; three-phase allows up to 22kW if the car supports it.

• Choosing tethered or socketed

  Tethered is more convenient; socketed suits shared parking or different cable needs.

• What your first install involves

  A site assessment, fixed quote, half-day install, testing and an app walkthrough.

Key facts

• All EVs sold in Australia use the Type 2 connector for AC charging at home.
• AC speed is limited by whichever is lower: charger, supply, or car's onboard charger.
• Home charging is typically the cheapest energy an EV owner buys.