EVCS offers multiple convenient ways to power your vehicle at our stations. This guide provides a quick overview of the charging process, with links below for detailed instructions on your preferred method.
1. Decide How to Pay/Initiate
EVCS offers several convenient ways to start a charging session. Choose the method that best suits your needs:
- EVCS Mobile App: Initiate and manage your charging session directly through our mobile app. Learn more: Initiating a Charging Session Through the EVCS Mobile App
- QR Code + Camera App: Quickly start a session by scanning the QR code on the station using your phone's camera. Learn more: Initiating a Pay As You Go Session via QR Code
- Credit Card Reader: Pay directly at the station using a credit or debit card. Learn more: Initiating a Charging Session with a Credit Card Reader
- RFID Card: Commercial customers can initiate charging using an EVCS-provided RFID card. Learn more: Initiating a Pay As You Go Session Via RFID Card Reader
2. Plug In Your Car
Before initiating the charging session, ensure your vehicle is turned off. Select the appropriate charging plug for your EV and firmly connect it to your vehicle's charging port.
3. Start the Session
Once your vehicle is plugged in, follow the specific instructions for your chosen payment/initiation method (see links above). This may involve scanning a QR code, tapping a card, or pressing a button within the app or on the station.
4. Monitor the Session
During the charging process, you can typically monitor the progress through the EVCS mobile app or the station's screen. Some stations may have indicator lights to show the charging status.
5. Stop the Session
When you're ready to end your charging session, follow the instructions specific to your chosen method. This usually involves pressing an "End Charging Session" button in the app or on the station.
6. Unplug Your Vehicle
Once the charging session has ended, carefully disconnect the charging plug from your vehicle.