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Vacations: 7 things to do while recharging an electric car

Vacation charging station

Summer means vacations! If you're going on holiday or go on vacation in an electric carIf you're planning to take your electric car on holiday, you'll need to think about how to prepare for your trip, and in particular how long you'll need to recharge at rest and service areas.

As we can all see, electric electric cars more and more on our roads. In fact, Avere-France counted 230,743 electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles put on the road during the 1ᵉʳ half-year 2023.. This number requires a number of charging stations for motorists. Taking this into account, 99% of freeway service areas in France are equipped with fast-charging facilities..

However, between the heatwave and the wait to to recharge your electric carit's best to find a way to pass the time. So here are 7 things you can do while recharging your electric vehicle at a charging station.

Table of contents

1. Shopping

Forgot to buy your vacation essentials? Many charging stations, like supermarkets, provide charging points for their customers.

Generally speaking, when you recharge your electric car, you'll have a few minutes or even hours to spare. To occupy this time, if you find a shopping mall or small business nearby, you can go shopping.

2. Watch a film or series

Maybe there's a series or movie you've always wanted to watch, but haven't really followed.

While you're waiting, you can watch your favorite series or film again. If you're equipped with a latest-generation electric car, a central screen is integrated with an Internet connection and numerous functions, as on the Tesla Model Y or Model 3.

You'll be able to access several streaming platforms for series, films and documentaries. A 40-minute episode is more than enough to recharge your electric vehicle.

3. Read a book

After a good run surrounded by screens (dashboard screen, central screen), resting those eyes doesn't hurt. To do this, you can completely disconnect from the screens by reading a book while your vehicle is charging.

4. Going for a walk

If you've stopped off at a small park with charging stations, you can take the opportunity to walk around while your vehicle is charging.

Get some fresh air and stretch your legs at the same time, ideal for recharging your physical batteries!

5. Learn how an electric car works and recharges.

Not everyone is familiar with electric vehicles. While your car is charging, you can take the opportunity to learn more about how it works. You'll know how to maintain it and keep it running longer.

This activity is even more interesting if you're traveling with children. It gives them something to do, and for them it's an opportunity to learn more about the types of vehicles they'll be using in the future.

In fact, to help you understand how electric cars work, we have several videos such as practical guides, tutorials, etc. tutorialstutorials test drives and even customer testimonials. Visit our YouTube channel and our blog !

6. Stay well hydrated

While recharging your electric car, it's important that you, as the driver, remember to stay hydrated to keep you on the road and resist the heat. 

So take some time to buy a bottle of water, find a watering hole or even have a water fight if you're traveling with children.

7. Resting

A basic but very important piece of advice. The heat and the journey can make you feel tired, in which case you should stop.

Stretch your legs and find a shady spot for a quiet nap.

Conclusion

All these simple actions will help pass the time while your electric vehicle is charging. 

These actions are applicable not only during the summer months, but all year round.

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Grace Nzuzi

Through my articles, I help you to better manage your energy transition. And I do this for professionals and private individuals alike.

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