{"id":4404,"date":"2023-05-30T13:49:20","date_gmt":"2023-05-30T01:49:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chargenet.studiopublica.co.nz\/?post_type=knowledge-article&p=4404"},"modified":"2024-03-26T14:03:58","modified_gmt":"2024-03-26T01:03:58","slug":"insider-tips","status":"publish","type":"knowledge-article","link":"https:\/\/chargenet.studiopublica.co.nz\/knowledge-article\/insider-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Charge It Up and Go! Insider tips for planning your EV road trip"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Get ready to hit the open road in your electric vehicle! With ChargeNet’s fast-charging points across New Zealand, taking an EV for a scenic road trip is easier than ever before.<\/p>\n

But before you head out, check out our article for some insider tips from the experienced ChargeNet team to help you plan the perfect road trip in your EV – from avoiding peak times to EV charging tricks and more. Take notes, buckle up and get your music playlist ready to go.<\/p>\n

Planning an EV road trip can be daunting, especially for first-time drivers. Here are 10 key points to consider before setting off on your EV adventure:<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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    Plan your accommodation, sightseeing, and shopping around the growing number of destination chargers available and look for those dual charging opportunities. While many of these are slower AC chargers, an overnight stay, for example, can be a cost-effective way to top up.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/li>\n

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    Stop often to recharge yourself and the car. It’s safer, it keeps you more aware, and you’re less likely to have any setbacks – plus, we\u2019ve got you covered in terms of supplying both AC chargers and DC chargers for both those short and long stops.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/li>\n

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    Expect some queues as many EV drivers will plan ahead and choose the fastest charger available on their route. To improve accessibility and decrease wait times, more and more charging points are being added<\/a> (370+ charge points right now)!<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/li>\n

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    Plan to charge outside peak times if possible. A good rule of thumb is to avoid charging between 12-4 pm when sites are at their busiest.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/li>\n

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    Be sure to have tasty snacks and some entertainment options available if you’re travelling with kids and find yourself at an unplanned stop.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/li>\n

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    Download EV apps. Apps can be helpful to ensure you don\u2019t find yourself stranded somewhere without a charge. Good map and weather apps are also a must-have for your trip. With these apps, you can plan your route, check for detours, and see real-time traffic conditions.<\/p>\n

    Here are a couple of our favourite apps:<\/p>\n