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There's a fair bit of jargon and basic knowledge to pick up - but don't worry, we've got all the info you need below.
You need to get the app for your car (almost all cars have this functionality). You will be able to get information about the state of charge. More advanced features include remote defrosting, setting charge schedules, and lots more.
There are lots of these, and people find the features of different apps suit them differently. They will all help you find chargers and plan routes. Some major ones to consider are:
Many networks accept contactless cards. Some require their app or an RFID card to pay.
Getting an EV charger fitted at home can be expensive (expect to pay around $1,000 fitted), but will pay for itself through cheaper charging. It makes running your EV super convenient too.
Manufacturers quote ranges achieved under near-perfect conditions — you're unlikely to get the quoted range, so expect to get something like 10–20% less in real-world conditions.
In winter, your car's range will be reduced due to how lithium batteries behave in cold weather and additional cabin heating. Some cars will lose up to 30% of range in these conditions, the best cars around 10%. Using heated seats and steering wheel is more efficient than full cabin heating.
Lithium batteries charge more slowly in the cold. Some cars let you precondition the battery before charging to reduce this effect.