Electric Cars: The Basics
For those of you new to zero-emission electric driving, we recommend a read of the following articles:
- Types Of Electric Vehicles: A Short Guide
- Should I Buy An Electric Car In 2021?
- Top 20 Jargons Used In The Electric Vehicle Industry!
- UK Plug-In Electric Car Grant 2021
- What Is The Difference Between Conventional Hybrids and Plug-In Hybrids?
- Electric Car Home Charging OLEV EVHS Grant
- Best Electric Cars 2021
- Electric Cars Range: What Is WLTP?
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If there is one positive from the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, it is, that households across the UK and most parts of the globe, have witnessed a significant improvement in air quality. The restrictions, lockdowns and the subsequent reduction in traffic on our roads, has resulted in lower tailpipe emissions. Individuals and households are determined to safeguard their air quality, hence the recent significant rise in the adoption of plug-in electric cars in the UK, to include the all-electric Tesla Model 3, the all-electric Nissan Leaf and the all-electric Jaguar I-PACE.
2020 has been an unprecedented year for the UK automotive sector, with significant declines in the sales and market share of tailpipe emission, petrol and diesel vehicles. However, zero-tailpipe emission electric vehicles (EV) has driven the other way i.e. an astounding increase of 168% in the SMMT new car registrations to date (October 2020).
As households scramble to learn about the latest electric cars and electric driving from leading platforms, like the e-zoomed Electric Living Blog, it is clear that potential green car owners are trying to better understand electric car charging. e-zoomed is a leading destination of researching and buying EV charging stations for residential and business use. We work with leading high quality European manufacturers of electric car charge points. We offer a seamless service to include product supply and EV charging station installation at very competitive price. For those keen to buy an EV charge point, follow this link!
Wallbox Electric Vehicle Home Chargers
Wallbox, a Spain based manufacturer of EV charging points, is fast becoming recognised for their quality and value proposition. The company was established in July 2015. It has within 5 short years expanded reach to a number of key electric driving markets, to include the United Kingdom. The company caters for both the residential and business consumer segments. For home electric car charging, the company offers ‘intelligent charging solutions suitable for every type of home.’ The key home EV charging products include:
- Pulsar Plus EV charging point (eligible for the OLEV EVHS grant)
- Copper SB EV charging point (eligible for the OLEV EVHS grant)
- Quasar EV charging point (eligible for the OLEV EVHS grant)
Wallbox Pulsar Plus EV Home Charging Point
Perfect for residential EV charging, the Pulsar Plus is a compact high performance charger at an accessible price. Compatible for both Type 1 and Type 2 electric car charging. Available to buy via e-zoomed Electric Living Shop to include supply and installation.
Key Features And Specifications
- Model: Pulsar Plus
- Connector Type: Type 1 (SAE J1772) or Type 2 (IEC 62196-2)
- Dimensions: 166x163x82 mm (without cable)
- Weight: 1 kg (without cable)
- Maximum Output: 7.4 kW (1P) / 22 kW (3P)
- Protection Rating: IP54 / IK08
- Connectivity: Bluetooth / Wi-Fi
- User Identification: Wallbox App / myWallbox Portal
- User Interface: Wallbox App / myWallbox Portal
- Charging Status Info: Halo RGB LED / Wallbox App / myWallbox Portal
Wallbox Copper SB EV Home Charging Point
Perfect for residential EV charging. The Copper SB charging station is a good option to future proof. The plug-in electric car charging point is available with a maximum power of up to 22 kW for 3-phase installations. Compatible for both Type 1 and Type 2 electric vehicle charging.
Key Features And Specifications
- Model: Copper
- Connector Type: Type 1 (SAE J1772) or Type 2 (IEC 62196-2)
- Dimensions: 168x168x54 mm (without cable)
- Weight: 1.5 kg (without cable)
- Maximum Output: 7.4 kW (1P) / 22 kW (3P)
- Protection Rating: IP54 / IK08
- Connectivity: Bluetooth / Wi-Fi / Ethernet
- User Identification: Face recognition / Wallbox app / RFID
- User Interface: Gesture control / Wallbox app / myWallbox Portal
- Charging Status Info: 4.3” Screen / RGB LED / Wallbox app / myWallbox Portal
Quasar: The First Bidirectional Charger For Home Use
Innovation at the leading edge, the Quasar home EV charger is set to revolutionise electric car charging with vehicle-to-grid (V2G) capability. The electric car battery can be used to power your electric car and your home. Quasar is the lightest and smallest DC charger of its kind. The Quasar electric car charging station will be available in the UK from 2021.
Key Features And Specifications
- Model: Quasar
- Charger: DC
- Connector Type: CHAdeMO
- Dimensions: 350x350x150mm (without cable)
- Weight: 15.5 kg (without cable)
- Weight: 22 kg (with cable)
- Cable length: 5m
- Maximum Output: 7.4 kW (1P)
- Protection Rating: IP54 / IK08
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi / Ethernet / Bluetooth / 3G/4G Connection
- User Identification: Face Recognition / Wallbox App / RFID
- User Interface: Gesture Sensor / Wallbox App
- Charging Status Info: RGB LED / Screen information
EV Charging Cables
We at e-zoomed offer a wide variety of high quality and high performance electric car charging cables (type 2 and type 1), perfect for charging your electric car at home or at public EV charging stations.
