{"id":12712,"date":"2026-04-30T10:04:14","date_gmt":"2026-04-30T10:04:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/activacar.com\/?p=12712"},"modified":"2026-07-08T10:18:12","modified_gmt":"2026-07-08T10:18:12","slug":"how-to-charge-an-electric-car","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/como-cargar-coche-electrico\/","title":{"rendered":"How to charge an electric car? Complete guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\" style=\"max-width:1320.8px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element\" style=\"--awb-margin-bottom:30px;--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\"fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-1 hover-type-none\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" alt=\"how to charge an electric car\" title=\"how to charge an electric car\" src=\"https:\/\/activacar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/electric-car-4381728_1280-1.jpg\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/activacar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/electric-car-4381728_1280-1.jpg\" class=\"lazyload img-responsive wp-image-12717\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271024%27%20height%3D%27682%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201024%20682%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271024%27%20height%3D%27682%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/activacar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/electric-car-4381728_1280-1-200x133.jpg 200w, https:\/\/activacar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/electric-car-4381728_1280-1-400x266.jpg 400w, https:\/\/activacar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/electric-car-4381728_1280-1-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/activacar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/electric-car-4381728_1280-1-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/activacar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/electric-car-4381728_1280-1.jpg 1024w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, (max-width: 678px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1 fusion-text-no-margin\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:left;--awb-margin-bottom:100px;\"><p data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1664\">Electric mobility is no longer a trend, it has become a reality. More and more drivers in Spain are opting for electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles, but there is one question that continues to cause doubt: <strong data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1663\">how to charge an electric car <\/strong>in a simple and safe way.<\/p>\n<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"646\">The answer is much simpler than it seems. Charging an electric car means connecting the vehicle to a charging point using a compatible cable. Once connected, the car and the charger automatically verify that the connection is safe before starting to supply energy to the battery.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"820\">This process can be carried out both at home and at public charging points and, although the procedure is practically the same, each option has its own advantages.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1893\" data-end=\"2005\">In this Activacar guide, we explain how it works, what options you have, and which is the best alternative depending on your situation.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1893\" data-end=\"2005\">And if <span style=\"color: var(--awb-text-color); font-family: var(--awb-text-font-family); font-size: var(--awb-font-size); font-style: var(--awb-text-font-style); font-weight: var(--awb-text-font-weight); letter-spacing: var(--awb-letter-spacing); text-align: var(--awb-content-alignment); text-transform: var(--awb-text-transform); background-color: var(--awb-bg-color);\">You're considering taking the plunge, so it's important to fully understand how the whole process works and what you need to do it correctly. For example, having a professional installation is key to ensuring safety and efficiency, as you can see in this service for <a href=\"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/ev-chargers-installation\/\"><strong>Install an electric car charger<\/strong><\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_72 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Contents\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/como-cargar-coche-electrico\/#%C2%BFComo_se_carga_un_coche_electrico\" title=\"How do you charge an electric car?\">How do you charge an electric car?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/como-cargar-coche-electrico\/#Como_cargar_un_coche_electrico_en_casa\" title=\"How to charge an electric car at home\">How to charge an electric car at home<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/como-cargar-coche-electrico\/#Como_cargar_un_coche_electrico_en_un_punto_de_recarga_publico\" title=\"How to charge an electric car at a public charging point\">How to charge an electric car at a public charging point<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/como-cargar-coche-electrico\/#%C2%BFCuanto_tarda_en_cargarse_un_coche_electrico\" title=\"How long does it take to charge an electric car?\">How long does it take to charge an electric car?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/como-cargar-coche-electrico\/#%C2%BFCuanto_cuesta_cargar_un_coche_electrico_en_casa\" title=\"How much does it cost to charge an electric car at home?\">How much does it cost to charge an electric car at home?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/como-cargar-coche-electrico\/#%C2%BFY_si_no_tienes_garaje\" title=\"What if you don&#039;t have a garage?\">What if you don't have a garage?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/como-cargar-coche-electrico\/#Consejos_para_cargar_un_coche_electrico_correctamente\" title=\"Tips for charging an electric car correctly\">Tips for charging an electric car correctly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/como-cargar-coche-electrico\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/como-cargar-coche-electrico\/#Preguntas_frecuentes_sobre_como_se_carga_un_coche_electrico\" title=\"Frequently asked questions about how to charge an electric car\">Frequently asked questions about how to charge an electric car<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-section-id=\"19l0mi5\" data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1401\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFComo_se_carga_un_coche_electrico\"><\/span>How do you charge an electric car?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1724\">Charging an electric car is a very simple process. You just need to connect the vehicle to a compatible charging point using a cable. Before electricity starts flowing, the car and the charger automatically verify that the connection is correct and safe. Only then does the battery start charging.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1777\">In practice, the process is always very similar:<\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"1779\" data-end=\"2039\">\n<li data-section-id=\"fop8uh\" data-start=\"1779\" data-end=\"1827\">Park the vehicle next to the charging point.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"sc69fl\" data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1863\">Open the car\u2019s charging port.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1nq0rg2\" data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1910\">Connect the cable to the charger and the vehicle.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"vpcwkx\" data-start=\"1911\" data-end=\"1978\">Wait for the system to check the connection and start charging.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1mpcdal\" data-start=\"1979\" data-end=\"2039\">Once charging is complete, unplug the cable and continue your journey.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p data-start=\"2041\" data-end=\"2159\">After doing it a couple of times, the process becomes as simple as plugging in any other electrical device.<\/p>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1s91si\" data-start=\"2166\" data-end=\"2206\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_cargar_un_coche_electrico_en_casa\"><\/span>How to charge an electric car at home<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2208\" data-end=\"2384\">Home charging is the most commonly used option among electric vehicle owners, as it allows you to charge the car overnight in a convenient, cost-effective and safe way.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-section-id=\"bjz4nx\" data-start=\"2386\" data-end=\"2443\">What do you need to charge an electric car at home?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2445\" data-end=\"2500\">To charge your electric car at home, you only need:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2502\" data-end=\"2611\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1rzpvvl\" data-start=\"2502\" data-end=\"2534\">A charging point or wallbox.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"nmai7h\" data-start=\"2535\" data-end=\"2572\">An adapted electrical installation.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"g1va2a\" data-start=\"2573\" data-end=\"2611\">A cable compatible with your vehicle.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2613\" data-end=\"2764\">If you do not have a charger yet, you can find out how to <a href=\"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/ev-home-chargers-installation\/\"><strong data-start=\"2674\" data-end=\"2722\">Install an electric car charger at home<\/strong><\/a> and learn more about the full installation process.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-section-id=\"ndiq8\" data-start=\"2766\" data-end=\"2819\">How to charge an electric car at home step by step<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2821\" data-end=\"2893\">Once the charging point has been installed, the process is very simple:<\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"2895\" data-end=\"3232\">\n<li data-section-id=\"b0k1xk\" data-start=\"2895\" data-end=\"2936\">Park the car in your garage space.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"pnah5s\" data-start=\"2937\" data-end=\"2975\">Open the vehicle\u2019s charging port.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"132pap5\" data-start=\"2976\" data-end=\"3007\">Connect the cable to the wallbox.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"9k3cpo\" data-start=\"3008\" data-end=\"3044\">Connect the other end to the car.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"zg88vh\" data-start=\"3045\" data-end=\"3123\">Charging will start automatically once the system verifies the connection.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"bfud7n\" data-start=\"3124\" data-end=\"3191\">If you wish, schedule the charging session to take advantage of off-peak hours.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"kqyzpo\" data-start=\"3192\" data-end=\"3232\">Once charging is complete, unplug the cable.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p data-start=\"3234\" data-end=\"3364\">For most drivers, this process becomes a daily routine, similar to charging your mobile phone before going to sleep.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-section-id=\"1rxxbwq\" data-start=\"3366\" data-end=\"3408\">Can it be charged with a normal plug?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3410\" data-end=\"3454\">Yes, although it is not the most recommended option.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3456\" data-end=\"3622\">A conventional domestic socket, also known as a Schuko socket, can be used to charge an electric car, but its power output is limited and a full charge can take between 18 and 24 hours.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3624\" data-end=\"3727\">In addition, it is not designed for continuous use, so it is usually reserved for occasional situations.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-section-id=\"1l0kiq0\" data-start=\"3734\" data-end=\"3797\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_cargar_un_coche_electrico_en_un_punto_de_recarga_publico\"><\/span>How to charge an electric car at a public charging point<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3799\" data-end=\"3978\">Although most charging sessions take place at home, the public charging network is essential for long journeys, occasional trips or for those who do not have a private garage.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3980\" data-end=\"4115\">The process is very similar to using a home charger, although you usually need to identify yourself before starting the charging session.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1mz7y7o\" data-start=\"4117\" data-end=\"4150\">How does public charging work?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4152\" data-end=\"4217\">At a public charging point, the process is usually as follows:<\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"4219\" data-end=\"4600\">\n<li data-section-id=\"13fh8ex\" data-start=\"4219\" data-end=\"4270\">Find a charger compatible with your vehicle.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"2tda0w\" data-start=\"4271\" data-end=\"4307\">Park next to the charging point.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"a6uh4w\" data-start=\"4308\" data-end=\"4343\">Open the car\u2019s charging port.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"8s60ni\" data-start=\"4344\" data-end=\"4376\">Connect the cable to the vehicle.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"lqsq6h\" data-start=\"4377\" data-end=\"4506\">Activate the session through the operator\u2019s app, an RFID card or, in some cases, directly with a bank card.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1tyuuvx\" data-start=\"4507\" data-end=\"4541\">Wait for charging to begin.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"pzw1n\" data-start=\"4542\" data-end=\"4600\">Once charging is complete, stop the session and unplug the cable.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p data-start=\"4602\" data-end=\"4673\">There are currently thousands of public charging points located across:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4675\" data-end=\"4778\">\n<li data-section-id=\"96q87n\" data-start=\"4675\" data-end=\"4697\">Shopping centres.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"ci9yxf\" data-start=\"4698\" data-end=\"4723\">Public car parks.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1o400x6\" data-start=\"4724\" data-end=\"4734\">Hotels.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1deg1ri\" data-start=\"4735\" data-end=\"4752\">Charging stations.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1w27byf\" data-start=\"4753\" data-end=\"4778\">Service stations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4780\" data-end=\"4946\">Public charging is usually faster than home charging, although it also tends to be more expensive, which is why it is normally used for journeys or occasional situations.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-section-id=\"1u6gj9i\" data-start=\"4953\" data-end=\"5000\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFCuanto_tarda_en_cargarse_un_coche_electrico\"><\/span>How long does it take to charge an electric car?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5002\" data-end=\"5104\">Charging time mainly depends on the power of the charger and the capacity of the battery.<\/p>\n<div class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\">\n<div class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"5106\" data-end=\"5347\">\n<thead data-start=\"5106\" data-end=\"5146\">\n<tr data-start=\"5106\" data-end=\"5146\">\n<th class=\"last:pe-10\" data-start=\"5106\" data-end=\"5125\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Charging system<\/th>\n<th class=\"last:pe-10\" data-start=\"5125\" data-end=\"5146\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Approximate time<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"5187\" data-end=\"5347\">\n<tr data-start=\"5187\" data-end=\"5222\">\n<td data-start=\"5187\" data-end=\"5207\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Domestic plug<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"5207\" data-end=\"5222\" data-col-size=\"sm\">18\u201324 hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5223\" data-end=\"5275\">\n<td data-start=\"5223\" data-end=\"5262\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Home charging point (Wallbox)<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"5262\" data-end=\"5275\" data-col-size=\"sm\">5\u20138 hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5276\" data-end=\"5308\">\n<td data-start=\"5276\" data-end=\"5291\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Fast charging<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"5291\" data-end=\"5308\" data-col-size=\"sm\">30\u201360 minutes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5309\" data-end=\"5347\">\n<td data-start=\"5309\" data-end=\"5330\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Super-fast charging<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"5330\" data-end=\"5347\" data-col-size=\"sm\">15\u201330 minutes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"5349\" data-end=\"5475\">In everyday use, most drivers charge their vehicle overnight, so charging time is no longer an inconvenience.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-section-id=\"f8v07r\" data-start=\"5482\" data-end=\"5533\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFCuanto_cuesta_cargar_un_coche_electrico_en_casa\"><\/span>How much does it cost to charge an electric car at home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5535\" data-end=\"5605\">One of the main benefits of an electric vehicle is the savings.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5607\" data-end=\"5758\">A full charge at home usually costs between <strong data-start=\"5663\" data-end=\"5678\">4 and 6 euros<\/strong>, depending on the electricity tariff and the capacity of the battery.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5760\" data-end=\"5831\">If you also take advantage of off-peak hours, the cost can be even lower.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5833\" data-end=\"5912\">Compared to traditional fuel, the annual savings can be very significant.<\/p>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"15cyiu5\" data-start=\"4085\" data-end=\"4111\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFY_si_no_tienes_garaje\"><\/span>What if you don't have a garage?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"5946\" data-end=\"6044\">Not having a private garage is no longer an obstacle to enjoying an electric vehicle.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6046\" data-end=\"6169\">Today, there is a growing network of public chargers located across cities, shopping centres and roads.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6171\" data-end=\"6280\">In addition, if you live in a residential building, you can install a charging point in your parking space.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6282\" data-end=\"6442\">If this is your case, you can find out how to <a href=\"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/ev-charger-garage-installation\/\"><strong data-start=\"6324\" data-end=\"6375\">install a charging point in a communal garage<\/strong><\/a> and learn about all the steps required to complete the installation.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-section-id=\"1ri2v4j\" data-start=\"6449\" data-end=\"6504\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consejos_para_cargar_un_coche_electrico_correctamente\"><\/span>Tips for charging an electric car correctly<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"6506\" data-end=\"6666\">Although charging an electric car is a very simple process, following a few good practices helps improve efficiency and extend the life of the battery.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"6668\" data-end=\"7043\">\n<li data-section-id=\"lrld6q\" data-start=\"6668\" data-end=\"6753\">Schedule charging during off-peak hours to reduce electricity costs.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"r19zzo\" data-start=\"6754\" data-end=\"6812\">Try to keep the battery between 20% and 80% in everyday use.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"qq1hrc\" data-start=\"6813\" data-end=\"6875\">Reserve fast charging for journeys or occasional needs.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1pjckg5\" data-start=\"6876\" data-end=\"6925\">Always use an approved charging point.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"14fl6hb\" data-start=\"6926\" data-end=\"6988\">Regularly check the condition of the cable and connector.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"cmq9yj\" data-start=\"6989\" data-end=\"7043\">Avoid forcing the cable when connecting or disconnecting it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"7045\" data-end=\"7159\">With these small habits, you will achieve more efficient charging and better long-term battery performance.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-section-id=\"fsbaih\" data-start=\"7166\" data-end=\"7178\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"7180\" data-end=\"7279\">Learning how to charge an electric car is much simpler than many people imagine.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7281\" data-end=\"7481\">In everyday life, most drivers charge their vehicle overnight using a home charging point and only use the public charging network for long journeys or occasional trips.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7483\" data-end=\"7675\">Having the right installation allows you to charge your car faster, more safely and more cost-effectively, making the experience as simple as plugging in any other household appliance.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7677\" data-end=\"7889\">At Activacar, we support you throughout the entire process, from the initial advice to the installation of the charging point, so you can enjoy convenient, efficient and hassle-free electric mobility.<\/p>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1nngifq\" data-start=\"5289\" data-end=\"5312\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Preguntas_frecuentes_sobre_como_se_carga_un_coche_electrico\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions about how to charge an electric car<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-section-id=\"1aseq26\" data-start=\"7959\" data-end=\"7996\">How do you charge an electric car?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"7998\" data-end=\"8193\">The vehicle is connected to a charging point using a compatible cable. The system automatically verifies that the connection is safe before it starts supplying electricity to the battery.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1smijht\" data-start=\"8195\" data-end=\"8238\">How to charge an electric car at home?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"8240\" data-end=\"8446\">The most recommended option is to use a wallbox or home charging point. You only need to connect the cable to the charger and the vehicle; charging will start automatically once the connection has been checked.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1135oci\" data-start=\"8448\" data-end=\"8488\">How do you use a public charger?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"8490\" data-end=\"8720\">You simply need to connect the vehicle, identify yourself through a mobile app, an RFID card or a bank card, depending on the operator, and start the charging session. Once it is complete, unplug the cable and end the session.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1gqrmou\" data-start=\"8722\" data-end=\"8770\">Is it safe to charge an electric car at home?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"8772\" data-end=\"8919\">Yes. As long as the installation has been carried out by professionals and an approved charging point is used, charging is completely safe.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1tmy12c\" data-start=\"8921\" data-end=\"8968\">Does a plug-in hybrid car charge the same way?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"8970\" data-end=\"9136\">Yes. 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