Charging Your Volvo in Washington D.C.

With so many options available when it comes to charging your plug-in hybrid or electric vehicle (EV), going electric has never been easier. We have over a dozen public charging stations, including ChargePoint stations, all around our dealership in Fairfax. These are all a part of our nationwide network of charging stations that make it possible for EV drivers to take road trips across the country without a single drop of gas.

Volvo's partnership with ChargePoint and Qmerit makes it possible for you to easily charge your Volvo electric car at home or on the road. When you purchase a new Volvo XC40 Recharge electric SUV or one of our other plug-in hybrid luxury SUVs, we can get you set up with professional installation for a Level 2 charger. This upgrade will allow you to do fast charging at home safely and efficiently. We recommend the ChargePoint station because they are so much faster than just plugging into your regular wall outlet and will give you more flexibility when you don't have to charge as long.

As cities like Chantilly, Springfield, and Woodbridge continue to invest in electric cars and charging stations, there is still time to take advantage of all the incentives that come with saying goodbye to gas and oil changes forever. Not only will an electric vehicle save you at the pump, but you will also save over time on maintenance because electric vehicles have fewer components to keep up with on a regular basis. Take advantage of tax savings and discounts on home installation for home charging and the electric vehicle itself.

Public Charging Stations Around Fairfax

Enjoy the luxury car experience and the convenience of public charging stations to help banish range anxiety. We have many different public charging stations to choose from in our area like:

• ChargePoint
• EVgo
• Blink
• SemaConnect
• Electrify America

Most public charging stations allow you to use a credit card and pay the rate set by the charger's owner. Typical rates are on ChargePoint stations are one to two dollars an hour plus a minimum payment if applicable. If you sign up for a ChargePoint account online, you can preload your account and purchase a key tag for less than ten dollars that you can scan to unlock the charging station and start charging.

Be sure to check the station to see how they handle billing after your vehicle is fully charged. Some operators charge you for taking up the spot or give you a limited time to come back to your vehicle and free up the charging station. The ChargePoint app will let you know when your car is done charging or if something happens that interrupts your charging session.

Home Charging and Installation Around Washington D.C.

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, most electric car drivers do more than 80-percent of their car charging at home. Charging in your own garage or household outlet is usually the most cost-effective way to charge your vehicle. Residential electricity rates are usually lower at nighttime which is when you would be charging your vehicle, especially if you have a Level 1 charger. A Level 1 charger provides charging through a regular 120 volt AC plug and adds about two to five miles per hour of charging. A Level 2 charger is much faster because it uses a 240-volt AC plug and adds 10-60-miles per hour. For your convenience, it might be worth it to upgrade to a Level 2 charger and take advantage of special incentives that can make the professional installation free or low-cost.

Ask Our Experts at Fairfax Volvo Cars

For all your questions about charging your luxury Volvo electric car or electric SUV, feel free to contact our friendly staff at Fairfax Volvo Cars. We can help you get to know the ins and outs of electric vehicles and any current incentives to make electrification an affordable option for you.