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For years, car owners have made routine trips to their local gas station whenever their vehicle was low on fuel. With modern age electric vehicles increasing in popularity, the demand for electric vehicle charging stations increases as well, which is why you may have seen them taking up your favorite parking spot. Electric Vehicle (EV) charging is a process of transferring energy from a power source to an electric vehicle's battery. This is done by plugging the EV into a charging station and permitting it to transfer energy to the car's battery. The charging process can take anywhere from 1 hour to multiple days, depending on the type of charging station and the size of the battery. Whether you’re the owner of an EV or looking for more information on electric vehicle charging stations, here are a few things that will lead you to some answers. How Does an EV Engine Work? Electric vehicles gain electricity from the grid or power outlet they plug into, where the electricity is then stored in the car’s rechargeable battery. Once the battery is charged, it then powers the electric motor which causes the wheels to turn. How Does a PHEV Engine Work? Plug-in hybrid vehicles operate similarly to EVs. Like EVs, PHEVs use a rechargeable battery to store electricity and power the electric motor. Unlike EVs, PHEVs also use an alternative fuel source, such as gasoline, to power the vehicle’s Internal Combustion Engine (ICE). PHEVs will typically run on electric power until the battery is nearly depleted, then the vehicle will automatically switch over to the ICE. How Electric Vehicle Charging Works EV chargers work just like a charger you would use to charge your phone or laptop. First off, you plug the charging port into your EV or plug-in hybrid. The charger transfers the electrical current from either a 120-240-volt outlet or the grid it is hardwired to straight to your vehicle. How Long Does Electric Vehicle Charging Take? There are three different charging speeds for an electric vehicle or plug in hybrid. Level 1 EV Charging A level 1 charger provides power through a common residential 120-volt AC outlet. Level 1 chargers can take 40-50 hours to charge an electric vehicle (BEV) from empty to full, while they can take 5-6 hours to charge a plug-in hybrid (PHEV). Level 2 EV Charging A level 2 charger provides power from a 208-volt (commercial) or 240-volt (residential) electrical service. Level 2 chargers can charge a BEV from empty to full in 4-10 hours, while a PHEV takes 1-2 hours. Direct Current Fast Charging (DCFC) The fastest electric vehicle charging stations, direct current fast charging equipment, can charge a BEV to 80% full in 20 minutes to 1 hour. Most PHEV’s in the current don’t work with DCFC. Can I Charge my Tesla at an Electric Vehicle Charging Station Electric vehicle drivers need to be aware of the type of plug-in at each charging station. A J1772 plug is the standard EV charging plug-in for most EVs. However, all Tesla models require a different charging port. This means Tesla charging stations cannot be used on non-Tesla electric vehicles. Tesla charging adapters can be used on a J1772 plug. They are complementary with each Tesla or available for purchase online. Lum's Electric Vehicle Charging Station (Location, Price, Hours) Location: 1605 SE Ensign Ln. Warrenton, OR 97146 Price: Free Hours: 24/7 Hybrid Vehicles Inventory

Dodge is a popular American automaker that has been delivering performance-oriented muscle cars for over a century. This year, the brand came up with an all-new model. The 2023 Dodge Hornet is the brand’s first-ever crossover SUV that features a wide variety of available powertrain options, including an available Plug-in Hybrid version. It has an MSRP starting at just $31,590, making it an easily affordable Dodge to get all your tasks accomplished in a muscular way. The Hornet packs a plethora of standard and available cutting-edge technology features to provide an elevated driving experience. more Powertrain Options The Hornet comes in two different trim levels; GT and R/T PHEV. The Hornet GT is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine to produce 265 hp. The GT model is an automatic transmission with all wheel drive and the ability to accelerate to 60 mph in 6.5 seconds. The Hornet R/T Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) comes with a 1.3-liter 4-cylinder engine that combines with an electric motor to generate 285 hp. The R/T model is only a 6-speed automatic with AWD compared to the GT's 9-speed automatic. Pricing Dodge Hornet Features Fuel Economy/Battery Charging The GT model, estimated to get 21 mpg city and 29 mpg highway, provides adequate driving range. Although Dodge hasn't released exact estimates for the R/T PHEV model, it is expected to be more efficient than its counterpart. The Dodge Hornet R/T comes with a 12.0-kWh battery that is good for over 30 miles of electric driving per full charge. Also to note , R/T models must use a level-2 charger that takes around 2.5 hours to complete a full charge. A similar model to the Hornet is another Stellantis vehicle, the Alfa Romeo Tonale. View Our New Vehicles Inventory Schedule Test Drive Commercial Video of the 2023 Dodge Hornet Purchase New Dodge Vehicles at Lum’s Auto Center! If you have any questions about the Dodge Hornet or any other vehicles, please feel free to reach out to us. We also provide attractive financing deals to simplify your vehicle buying experience. Be sure to check out the features of another popular Dodge model, the 2023 Dodge Challenger!