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Drivers usually arrive with 10–30% battery remaining and charge to 70–80% for optimal speed (DC fast charging slows significantly above ~80%).

This adds ~50–70% of a typical 60–100 kWh battery → 30–70 kWh possible, but real-world behavior favors quicker ~30-minute stops yielding 25–40 kWh.

Ultra-rapid chargers (150–350+ kW) deliver energy faster but don't substantially increase kWh per session — people still stop for similar time/distance needs.

Older data (pre-2023) often shows lower averages (~20–25 kWh) due to smaller batteries; current figures trend higher.

For context, 30–40 kWh typically adds 100–150 miles (160–240 km) of range in efficient EVs (~3–4 mi/kWh or 15–20 kWh/100 km). Home/AC charging sessions are often larger (full overnight charges), but public DC rapid/ultra-rapid use is optimized for speed over fullness.

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How to Charge:

Note: Always follow any signs present- they'll tell you how to Charge, as different Operators may have different steps - some ask you present your card first - like this bp pulse Charge point, whilst others ask you to Plug in first and then present your payment card. 

To stop Charging, Follow the instructions on the terminal screen.

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You can stop the Charge at any time when you have reached your desired state of charge level (SOC%). Present your payment card to stop the Charge if requested, stop in the app, or use the stop button or on screen stop button. Some vehicles also allow you to stop the Charging from the infotainment screen. 

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If you have any issues - Contact the Charge Point Operator using their 24 Hr Free Phone Helpline. The Number should be Clearly displayed on or near the Charge Point. 

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TIPS:

Keep your Battery State of Charge between 20% and 80% when you can.

EV Batteries do not like being fully discharged, so Always Charge in Good Time.   

For Longer Trips start from home with 100% and Pre-condition your Vehicle whilst plugged in to your Home Charge point prior to Leaving on your journey.

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Pre-Condition your battery prior to arriving at a Rapid Charge Point to get the best Charging speeds. Always navigate to a Rapid Charge Point using your vehicle's navigation system for Optimum pre-Conditioning of your Battery or manually pre-condition en route where posible.

Cold Weather will reduce the Range of your Vehicle so plan your Charging stops earlier rather than later.

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Note:

For longer journeys or if you don't have a Home Charge point, some people will Charge their battery to 100% - even though it may take much longer.

You may need to start a second charging session to reach 100% as most Ultra-Rapid Charge points will stop Charging at 80%.

If you do intend to stay longer at a Charge point ALWAYS check for parking / Charging time restrictions or any overstay fees that may be Charged. 

 

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