ac vs dc charging

AC vs DC charging is the difference between a leisurely cuppa and a drive-thru espresso.

In Australia, AC (Type 2) uses the car's onboard charger and is typically 3.6–11 kW at home or work, while DC fast charging (CCS2) delivers 50–350 kW depending on the site and your car.

• AC charging — Pros: Cheaper hardware, gentler on the battery, ideal for overnight; Cons: Slower and limited by the onboard charger.
• DC charging — Pros: Rapid top-ups for road trips and bypasses the onboard charger; Cons: Pricier stations, more heat and speed tapering, and not something to rely on constantly.