Solar Vehicle Charger, Toronto

Having an electric vehicle installed likely means that your hydro bills will show a significant increase in cost, which is why many homeowners are turning to solar power for their source of household electricity. Not only it is a great investment to reduce electrical costs, but having a solar vehicle charger installed is a great way to further reduce your overall environmental impact. In fact, governments worldwide are opting for greener alternatives and are looking to start phasing out gasoline vehicles to encourage consumers to go electric. It’s estimated that in the next 10 years, a large percentage of household vehicles will be partially to fully electric.

With vehicle manufacturing companies like Nissan, Hyundai, Ford, Chevrolet, and many more continually releasing newer hybrid/fully electric models, the demand for sustainable sources of fuel and renewable energy has increased a significant amount over the years. Efficiently powering these everyday vehicles means a consistent and affordable source of energy is needed. This is where solar power comes in. For those concerned about their environmental impact and the ethics of responsible transportation, this also the perfect solution.

Electricity that is generated by solar power through a solar energy system can be used to power both your home and your electric vehicle through a solar vehicle charger, resulting in convenient, efficient, and guilt-free consumption. The feasibility of powering a vehicle with sunlight has become a practical reality as the cost of solar power continues to fall rapidly, with as little as 10 solar panels in a panel array providing enough energy to charge a vehicle’s battery.

Powering a vehicle with a solar vehicle charger requires a charging station and solar panels installed on a home’s surface. The exact amount of power that an electric vehicle requires can depend on the type of vehicle you have, how much you drive, and the battery system incorporated into the solar panel system. Generally, the more you drive and the longer the distance that is required for a daily commute, the more energy (and therefore more solar panels) you will need. For example, those living in denser urban areas will typically require less power.

Battery storage in a solar panel system can also affect the functionality of a solar vehicle charger. Along with generating power, solar panels need to be able to store energy, which is crucial with most homeowners charging their vehicles overnight rather than during the day when the sun is out. Work with a licensed electrician to ensure that your solar panel system has a good storage capacity, enough to meet daily mileage requirements.

Contact MADE ELECTRIC for more information on solar vehicle chargers! We operate within the GTA and Toronto, and would be happy to help you through the process of transitioning to solar power. Whether you’re looking to have solar panels installed for your home, need help in picking out the perfect solar vehicle charger, or have questions about connecting your solar panels to your current charging station, we are here to answer your call.