Date: Feb 9, 2024
Ready to make the leap to an EV? We have a selection of Ford F-150 Lighting and the Ford Mustang Mach-E electric vehicles on our lot. If you purchase an EV from our dealership in Turnersville, we recommend downloading the best EV charging apps to help you plan your route when you head out of town from Wenonah. You won’t have to worry about range anxiety ever again!
The most popular EV charging apps showcase the nearest locations of public charging stations, the best route to finding the closest one, and if there is a wait time for charging in Blackwood and beyond.
We’ll discuss the best EV charging apps to use on your phone. Even better, you can connect the app to your Ford’s infotainment system to use it in your vehicle. We’ll also give you the answer to, “Which electric car charging app should I use?”
When deciding which of the most popular EV charging apps you should use, think about several criteria relating to your requirements. Look for these features among the most popular EV charging apps:
Now, we’ll cover which electric car charging app you should use based on the most popular ones. There are plenty of public charging stations all across the American landscape. There are more than 60,000 public charging stations in the United States, and more than 8,500 of them are DC Fast chargers, in urban centers and along major routes.
The ChargePoint network boasts an amazing 31,900 charging stations and growing. The ChargePoint app also connects you with charging stations from other networks, making it a reliable app for your travels. You can pay directly through the app, too, which is handy to have when you load money into the app. ChargePoint lets you schedule a charging session and track your electrical usage.
Many public charging stations cost money. Volta is a great choice because this app points you to free public charging stations across America. They’re commonly found at malls, retail outlets, and grocery stores. Free charging, usually at Level 2, is allowed for up to two hours at a time at free public chargers. Make sure the charging stations found on the Volta app are compatible with your vehicle.
Electrify America has more than 1,000 DC Fast Charging Stations across the country with a total of 4,000 charging ports. If you join the Pass+ plan, you could get discounts on future charging sessions and possibly earn other pluses along the way. Electrify America plans to make EV charging an experience and not just a chore.
You can reserve a charger ahead of time based on your current location with EVgo. It also gives you real-time charging updates as your vehicle’s battery gets more juice. Filter your search by location, charging type, and connector. Earn rewards points the more you use this network, making future charging more cost-effective and enjoyable.
PlugShare is one of the best EV charging apps because it searches all of the most popular EV charging station locations, no matter the network. You’ll have the most ideal choices along your route while choosing many criteria such as charging type, connector type, and more. So, it’s very easy to use when you are in an unfamiliar area and you need options.
The Google Maps app can find the nearest EV charging stations to your location, regardless of the network. You can also plan a route for the best results wherever you travel, supplementing other handy features like road closures and road conditions.
Real-time traffic monitoring apps are important because they let you see where you need to avoid rush hour traffic jams, accidents, construction, weather, and more. You don’t want to run out of juice in a tight spot without being near a charging station!
We highly suggest downloading multiple charging apps to get the most out of your EV driving experience. Please don’t hesitate to contact us or call to speak with our team if you have questions about EV ownership, charging stations, and more. We can also schedule a test drive to see if a Ford EV fits your lifestyle.