How to Charge an Ora?

[Samuel]

Ora charging methods: It can be charged using household electricity, but it must be connected to a high-power socket like those used for air conditioners, and grounding is essential. Ora is an independent pure electric vehicle brand launched by Great Wall Motors at the Beijing Auto Show in April 2018. Below are some related introductions: 1. Ora brand affiliation: The Ora brand belongs to Great Wall Motors and is the first independent new energy vehicle brand among mainstream Chinese automakers. 2. Ora positioning: Ora positions itself as a car brand that loves women more, dedicated to establishing the correct values for the industry in treating female users. 3. Ora products: (1) Ora Good Cat: The Ora Good Cat excels both inside and out, allowing consumers to constantly experience driving pleasure, intelligent driving experiences, and comprehensive safety protection during use. (2) Ora Black Cat: The Ora Black Cat is built on China's first dedicated electric vehicle platform—the ME platform. It features five major product highlights: high aesthetics, spacious interior, high quality, enhanced safety, and greater intelligence. The lightweight design provides the product with long-range and low power consumption characteristics. The high-end version can achieve a comprehensive range of 351km, with a single charge meeting users' travel needs for 3-5 days.

[Quentin]

As an ORA owner for daily use, I usually prefer charging at home because it's convenient and cost-effective. You'll need to install a dedicated charging station first. After getting approval from the property management, hire an electrician to run wiring from the electrical panel, which costs around a few thousand yuan. Plug in the charging cable when you get home at night, set the timing, monitor the progress via the app, and wake up to a full charge the next morning, good for about 300-400 kilometers. This slow charging method protects the battery and extends its lifespan. If you're short on time occasionally, public charging stations are also commonly used—just find a nearby parking lot, scan to pay, though the electricity rates are higher. Don't forget regular maintenance to check the charging port for dust and water resistance.

[DelMia]

Charging the Ora is quite flexible. I mostly use public fast-charging stations for their time-saving efficiency. Drive to highway rest areas or shopping malls, locate a DC fast-charging pile, plug in the charging gun, then scan the QR code to activate the app for payment – it reaches 80% charge in just half an hour. However, don’t rely on this daily, as frequent fast charging can accelerate battery aging. Normally, prioritize home slow charging—it’s safer and more convenient, taking about 8 hours for a full charge and costing just a few yuan. Remember to avoid outdoor charging during high temperatures or rain, and keep cable connectors dry. For emergencies, use a portable charger plugged into a standard socket.

[FinleyRose]

Charging my Ora is quite simple, mainly relying on the portable charger that comes with it. Just plug it into a standard 220V household socket to start charging. The steps are: unplug the charging gun and insert it into the car's side port, then confirm the green light is on to indicate charging. However, this method is quite slow, taking over 10 hours for a full charge, making it suitable for overnight or weekend use. The advantage is cost-saving, as household electricity rates are low. When traveling, I rely on public charging points, using the app to find free stations to save on budget. To maintain battery health, avoid draining it completely before charging, keep it at moderate levels regularly, and prevent charging in overheated environments to extend battery life.