Can the Chery Ant be charged with household electricity?

[Brooks]

The Ant can be directly charged with household electricity. The Chery Ant is a mini pure electric vehicle under Chery. When purchasing the Ant, a portable charging device that comes with a charging cable for use with a 16A socket will be provided. Alternatively, if conditions permit, you can purchase the original manufacturer's home slow charging pile, which uses a 6-square millimeter wire connected to a leakage switch. Pure electric vehicle charging methods: Home charging pile: The home charging pile is the most common type of charging pile. Generally, private users who purchase electric vehicles will receive a home charging pile as a gift. Of course, having just the pile is not enough; you also need a parking space and the property management's approval for installation. Portable charging: Portable charging refers to using the portable charging cable that comes with the vehicle to connect to a standard household socket for charging. This is a very convenient charging method, as long as you can find a socket, you can charge. Generally, the voltage of a standard household socket is 220V, and the current is 10A, theoretically providing a power of 2.2kW. However, in actual use, the charging power is generally only around 1.5kW. Public charging pile: Public charging piles are usually built and maintained by power companies such as State Grid and Southern Grid. In the future, as the electric vehicle industry matures, more private capital will enter this field. Public charging piles are generally divided into fast charging and slow charging, with the former using direct current (DC) and the latter using alternating current (AC). DC fast charging: Taking the common State Grid fast charging pile as an example, its output DC voltage is 380V, and the current can reach 50A, with an output power of up to 19kW. However, to protect the battery, once the battery capacity reaches 80%, the charging current will gradually decrease to around 10A. DC fast charging piles charge very quickly; generally, it takes 1-2 hours to charge an electric vehicle's battery from 0% to 80%. AC slow charging: Although DC fast charging piles charge faster, due to limitations in power load and construction costs, the number of DC fast charging piles in a charging station will definitely be in the minority. To provide charging services to more people with limited resources, it is necessary to supplement with some AC slow charging piles. Precautions for charging electric vehicles: Charge the vehicle when it is turned off; When charging, first plug in the gun and then start the charging pile; when disconnecting, first turn off the charging pile and then unplug the gun; Shallow discharge and shallow charge; if conditions permit, charge as you use to extend the battery's lifespan; Avoid deep discharge; try to keep the Ant's battery level above 20%; If the vehicle is not used for a long time, also recharge the battery to maintain its activity.

[Gonçalves]

I've been driving the Chery Ant for over half a year now, and charging it directly with household electricity is incredibly convenient. It comes with a charging cable, just like regular home appliances - simply plug it into a standard 220V wall socket without needing any extra charging station installation. Park at night, plug it in, and it's usually fully charged by morning, taking about 6 to 8 hours. Basically, you wake up to a ready-to-go car. Saves both time and money by eliminating trips to charging stations. Just be mindful of socket quality - avoid using old sockets or overloading them with multiple devices. A dedicated socket is safest. Also, avoid charging outdoors during rain or snow, and ensure proper waterproofing. Overall, home charging is one of this car's standout features, perfect for urban commuting and significantly reducing maintenance costs.