Electric Charging Stations in Ontario

EV charging in Ontario is on a promising trajectory, with increasing convenience as more charging stations pop up at shopping centres, grocery stores, hotels, apartments, and casinos. This guide from Pfaff Automotive Partners is your key to navigating this evolving landscape and answering all your questions about EV chargers in Ontario.

How to Find EV Chargers in Ontario

You can find charging stations in Ontario with a quick Google search. There are also various mobile apps available to help you find EV chargers in Ontario, including:

• ChargePoint
• Electrify Canada
• EVgo
• PlugShare

For greater convenience, check to see what charging network your EV automaker uses. For instance, if you drive a Volkswagen ID.4, you can use the Electrify America app to quickly find charging stations in Ontario.

By creating an account with your EV’s charging network, you’ll unlock a range of member-exclusive benefits, from reduced charging costs to contactless payment. Plus, many new electric vehicles come with charging credits, adding to the excitement of going electric.

Types of Charging Stations in Ontario

There are several electric vehicle charging stations in Ontario, categorized by their power levels and charging speeds. Learn more below:

1. Level 1 Charger: This is the slowest method, using a standard 120V outlet. Level 1 chargers are suitable for overnight charging at home or work, where you can park your EV for long durations.
2. Level 2 Charger: These chargers operate on a 240V system and offer faster charging than Level 1. They are commonly found in public locations such as shopping centres, parking lots, and highways and can fully charge most EVs in hours.
3. DC Fast Charging (Level 3): DC fast chargers provide the quickest charging option for EVs, delivering a high-voltage direct current (DC) to the vehicle’s battery. They can provide an 80% charge in around 30 minutes, making them ideal for quick stops.
4. Tesla Superchargers: Tesla charging stations, known as Superchargers, can provide up to 200 miles of range in just 15 minutes. Previously, only Tesla owners could use Superchargers, but access is now expanding to other EVs equipped with a NACS charging connector or an adapter.

Get More Tips for EV Charging in Ontario

Pfaff Automotive Partners is here to answer all your questions about EV charging in Ontario, so please don’t hesitate to contact us online or at (905) 761-2733. If you’re interested in any of our new vehicles, we have several locations across Canada and would love it if you stopped by.