CHAdeMO Plug

CHAdeMO Plug

A charging system with an industry-standard plug, it uses direct current and enables fast charging capacities up to 50 kW at properly equipped public charging stations.

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Connector

Connector

The cable and plug that runs from a charging station to an EV which delivers electricity to recharge an EV.

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DC Charging

DC Charging

Also known as “Level 3” charging, it charges at 480 volts with a direct-current (DC) plug.

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GHG – Greenhouse Gas

GHG – Greenhouse Gas

A gas that absorbs and emits radiant energy within the thermal infrared range, causing the greenhouse effect of warming the planet.

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Hybrid Vehicle

Hybrid Vehicle

A vehicle that uses both an electric motor and a full-sized internal combustion engine. Also utilizes regenerative braking

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IEC 62196

IEC 62196

Also referred to as the Mennekes, this connector is used to charge EVs in Europe.

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JEVS G105-1993

JEVS G105-1993

Used in Japan and also referred to as CHAdeMO, this is a connector that quickly charges EVs through a special adapter that delivers up to

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kWh – Kilowatt-hour

kWh – Kilowatt-hour

How electricity is measured in an hour of use. For example, it would take approximately 1,000 watts (one kW) to run a microwave for one hour.

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Level 1 Charging

Level 1 Charging

Uses 120 AC volts, it’s the equivalent of a common household outlet. It takes approximately 17 to 25 hours to fully charge an EV with

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Level 2 Charging

Level 2 Charging

Uses 208-240 AC volts via an installed outlet. It takes approximately 4 to 5 hours to fully charge an EV with a 160-kilometre battery.

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Level 3 Charging

Level 3 Charging

Uses 480 volts with a direct-current (DC) plug. It takes approximately 30 minutes to fully charge an EV with a 160-kilometre battery.

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SAE J1772

SAE J1772

The standard electrical connection for electric vehicles (EVs) in North America. Works with Level 1 and Level 2 systems.

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SAE Combo CCS

SAE Combo CCS

The enhanced version of a Level 2 plug, it has two additional power contacts to speed up the level of charging. It’s compatible with AC and DC

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Range Anxiety

Range Anxiety

A worry that the battery in an electric vehicle (EV) will be depleted prior to arriving at the driver’s destination.

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Regenerative Braking

Regenerative Braking

When the driver releases the throttle, the electric motor (or motors) in the car turn into generators, supplying electricity back into the

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Utility Rate/Time Of Use

Utility Rate/Time Of Use

The rate charged to an electric vehicle customer is dependent upon the total electricity used and the time of day. Different times of day will

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