Summer is back, with its periods of heat and heat waves. While there are precautions to take when recharging an electric car in summer, there is also essential equipment to have a great summer!
To make your task easier, we have prepared a selection of the TOP 5 essential accessories for driving an electric car with peace of mind in summer. ☀️
1 - Type 2 Type 2 22kW cable
This is the essential charging cable that you can use on Type 2 charging points up to 22 kW in alternating current (AC). These terminals are found in large numbers on public roads, in tourist places and accommodation (leisure parks, hotels, etc.).
The Type 2 Type 2 22kW charging cable is compatible with all vehicles equipped with Type 2 sockets, single-phase and three-phase. The charging power will be automatically limited by the power of your on-board charger and that delivered by the terminal.
While fast charging offers advantages for long summer holiday journeys, it is sometimes necessary to stop at a less busy terminal, particularly on off-motorway networks. In addition, it is preferable to avoid charging at a fast terminal outdoors during hours of high heat, especially if the charging point is in direct sunlight.
It is also nice to be able to recharge your vehicle during your shopping at the terminals available in supermarket car parks. These are often equipped with Type 2 terminals of 7.4 kW (single phase) and 22 kW (three-phase). You can also recharge your vehicle in the evening at the terminals available near you, when temperatures are cooler.
2 - The storage bag
Summer means going to the beach and sand all over the car. Charging cables don't like grains of sand at all! When sand gets into the connectors, it can make charging impossible.
To avoid ending up with a non-functional cable due to a grain of sand or dust in your trunk, it is best to store your cable securely in a bag. The bag thus protects the cable and facilitates its storage in the trunk of vehicles.
3 - The cleaning kit for charging cable
Electric car charging cable connectors can become dirty in several ways, which can affect their efficiency and safety. The main causes of this clogging are: accumulation of dust and dirt, exposure to humidity and natural wear of connectors due to frequent plugging and unplugging.
The charging cable may quickly become dirty or discolored due to exposure to moisture and sunlight throughout the year. Using a renovating cleaning spray with UV protection can restore it and keep it looking like new.
To extend the life of your charging equipment and ensure optimal and safe charging, we recommend that you regularly check and clean your charging cable and connectors. Clean the connectors and cable before going on vacation or during a simple routine throughout the seasons with a cleaning kit suitable for electrical cables.
4 - The protective roof for terminal
If you want to benefit from optimal charging at home with your charging station all summer long, it is preferable to charge in good conditions in order to avoid endless charging times.
If your terminal is installed outdoors in direct sunlight, consider equipping yourself with a charging station canopy. Indeed, when the rays heat the electrical box of your terminal, it would overheat to function correctly like any electrical device left in direct sunlight.
5 - The cable for domestic socket
Summer is the time when we go on holiday or on weekends to enjoy the sunny days. And to travel with peace of mind in an electric car, the home charging cable is essential for plugging into all the power sockets that can be found on the road. It provides a troubleshooting solution in the majority of situations, even in rural areas!
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