Find out more about award-winning home chargers, smart-charging capabilities, and installation.
Find out more about award-winning home chargers, smart-charging capabilities, and installation.
Next-generation home chargers will not only support smart charging for all Polestar owners, but also bi-directional charging (V2G / V2H) for compatible Polestar models.
Even though it’s possible to plug an electric car into a regular mains socket, this should only be done temporarily. Charging an EV via mains electricity takes a very long time and may go against safety regulations.
Even though it’s possible to plug an electric car into a regular mains socket, this should only be done temporarily. Charging an EV via mains electricity takes a very long time and may go against safety regulations.
Polestar cars are compatible with any EV home charger. And with a connected home charging solution, you can benefit from more control to get the most from your EV. You can also take advantage of Polestar Energy with smart energy tariffs like Intelligent Octopus Go, so you can charge at the cheapest and most environmentally friendly times available.
Polestar cars are compatible with any EV home charger. And with a connected home charging solution, you can benefit from more control to get the most from your EV. You can also take advantage of Polestar Energy with smart energy tariffs like Intelligent Octopus Go, so you can charge at the cheapest and most environmentally friendly times available.
Capacity and power supply
The output of a home charger is determined by the capacity of your home electrical system. Even if the home charger itself has a capacity of 22 kW, both your power supply and car need to be compatible. However, chargers such as the Zaptec Go can be safely used even if your home system and car don’t allow for full capacity. It will just lower the charging speed.
Installation
An EV home charger can be easily mounted on an existing wall and connected to the wiring that’s already there. The other option is to mount it on a post, allowing for more freedom of placement. Expect slightly higher installation costs for the latter, as it will usually require a new underground mains connection.
Generally, installing an EV home charger takes less than a day, but the supplier does need time to do their due diligence. Plan the installation well in advance of delivery.
Connectivity
Choosing a home charger with a WiFi or mobile data connection offers several benefits for electric vehicle owners. WiFi connectivity enables features such as remote charging monitoring, smart charging, software updates, and integration with your smart home.
Generally, installing an EV home charger takes less than a day, but the supplier does need time to do their due diligence. Plan the installation well in advance of delivery.
Load balancing
Load balancing prioritises and distributes the available electricity to ensure all devices, including EV home chargers and household appliances, operate efficiently without causing strain or tripping the circuit breaker. This helps optimise the use of the home's electrical capacity and ensures a smooth and balanced power supply. When choosing a Zaptec home charger, their team will help determine whether your home setup will benefit from load balancing.
Watch for grants in your country
Many regions, cities and utilities offer appealing incentives for EVs and charging. Find grants and rebates near you to save you even more.
