What are the charging methods for the Ora Black Cat?
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The Ora Black Cat supports two charging methods: slow charging and fast charging. Below are some charging precautions: 1. Whenever possible, use the slow charging mode, which takes 6 to 8 hours. Ensure the vehicle is turned off before charging, and always insert the charging gun into the car's charging port first before activating the charging station. When disconnecting, always turn off the charging station before removing the charging gun from the car's port. 2. Try to avoid using fast charging in high-temperature environments. Fast charging involves high voltage and current, leading to significantly higher charging efficiency. However, this high efficiency can cause a substantial increase in heat generation within the power battery, which is dissipated through a passive cooling system. If the external temperature is too high, the system will automatically reduce the charging power to maintain the core temperature of the power battery.
Recently bought an Ora Black Cat, and charging is really hassle-free. I mainly use three methods: slow charging at home in the garage using a regular power socket, which usually takes 8 to 10 hours to fully charge. Just plug in the charging cable that came with the car, and it's super convenient and cost-effective. When I'm out, there are many public fast-charging stations nearby. I often use the DC fast-charging piles—scan a code to start, and in just half an hour, I can get up to 80% charge, which is great for emergencies, though the cost is slightly higher. I also installed a wall-mounted charging pile in my yard, which is even faster, taking only 6 hours. I had an electrician help with the installation, and the residential property management was very supportive. Remember not to charge during rainy weather and keep the charging port dry to extend battery life. Overall, the monthly electricity cost is much lower than for a gasoline car, and it's even more economical to charge during off-peak hours at night. The driving experience is particularly effortless.
