By What is a ChargePoint card?
Charging your electric vehicle (EV) anywhere you go is easy and convenient with ChargePoint. Just create a free ChargePoint account to access hundreds of thousands of charging spots on the ChargePoint network and many partner networks, then use the app to find a charging spot. Tap your ChargePoint card on the station.
How does the ChargePoint card work?
How do I start a charging session or use tap to charge?
- Tap to charge. With the ChargePoint app installed, you can start a charging session by holding your phone over the reader symbol on the station.
- Start charging from the app. Choose the station and click the ‘Start Charge’ button.
- Use your ChargePoint card.
How do I get a ChargePoint on my RFID card?
- Activate your card. Log in then go to My Account and choose Manage Cards.
- Order a new card. If you need more cards, go to My Account and choose Get Cards to order a new card for £3.95.
- Download the app. Find available stations and start charging with your phone.
Can you use credit card at ChargePoint?
Over half of the 19,000 charging spots on the ChargePoint network are free. When there is a fee to use a station, drivers can pay with their ChargePoint account by adding their credit card. Now, drivers can also use PayPal to get a charge.
How much is ChargePoint per hour?
Most ChargePoint stations that you have to pay for will have rates between $2 and $3 per hour. Some stations have a charging rate-per-minute.
How much is ChargePoint monthly fee?
The ChargePoint Multi-Family Home Service consists of a fully installed Level 2 charging station with comprehensive 24/7 support and the ability to allow drivers to manage their charging through a mobile app for $39.99 per month, plus a one-time activation fee.
Do I need a card to use ChargePoint?
There’s no need to carry a card—all you need is your ChargePoint account and your phone! Get the ChargePoint app, available for iPhone and Android, and sign up or log in.
Is ChargePoint expensive?
EVgo charges $0.35 a minute for fast charging with no fee or commitment. For those who want to pay $7.99 a month, you only pay $0.31 a minute. No idle fees apply. While some companies or locations absorb the cost, ChargePoint will charge $10 to your card at signup if it isn’t free.
Is ChargePoint free?
The ChargePoint app is free to download and the best way to find convenient charging stations. You can filter for stations based on real time availability, price (many of charging stations on the ChargePoint network are free to use), and charging speed (Prius Prime drivers should look for Level 2 public chargers).
Is ChargePoint cheaper than gas?
How many miles per gallon does your car get? The average U.S. car can go a mere 23.9 miles per gallon of gas. If you get an EV, how often will you charge on ChargePoint away from home? The average cost per kWh on ChargePoint is less than half the national average electricity price.
Is ChargePoint EV charging free?
EV Charging Is an Amenity – Not a Standalone Business Harrison said that more than one-third of ChargePoint stations today are free. Tesla and Electrify America networks help sell more EVs. When the owners add a cost, it’s usually to make sure drivers don’t occupy the space longer than necessary.