What does destination charging pile mean?

[VonLilah]

Destination charging pile refers to the parking spot at the destination. It is primarily another solution to address the insufficient coverage of supercharging stations, allowing you to charge your car while shopping, watching movies, or dining. In terms of nature, destination charging stations differ from supercharging stations, which serve as temporary charging stops during a trip. Additionally, destination charging stations have slower charging speeds and allow parking after charging, which is the opposite of supercharging stations. Below are the differences between supercharging stations and destination charging piles: 1. Different nature: Supercharging stations: Supercharging stations are temporary charging stops during a trip; Destination charging piles: Destination charging piles are parking spots at the destination. 2. Different charging speeds: Supercharging stations: Supercharging stations have fast charging speeds, making it convenient for car owners to quickly charge and continue driving; Destination charging piles: Destination charging piles have slower charging speeds but allow for longer charging times.

[StLandon]

I've been driving an electric vehicle for three years and am very familiar with destination charging stations. These are the charging points you find at places like shopping malls, hotels, or restaurants where you can charge your car while parked. Most of these chargers are slow-charging with relatively low power, but the time you spend dining or shopping is usually enough to top up your battery. The best part is that many places offer free charging to attract customers. I often charge my car while watching movies at shopping centers. Unlike fast chargers on highways where you need to wait specifically, destination charging perfectly utilizes fragmented time. Nowadays, these chargers are being installed more and more in cities. You can easily find their locations with an app, making them particularly suitable for daily commuting.

[VanMolly]

Last week, I went to a resort in the suburbs and found destination charging stations in their parking lot. These charging facilities are specifically installed at places where people stay for extended periods, such as scenic spots, office areas, or homestays, making it convenient for users to charge while resting. They typically use standard AC power, which charges slower than fast-charging stations but is gentler on the battery. I calculated that staying overnight could charge up to 70% of the battery, allowing me to drive back the next day directly. Compared to searching for gas stations and queuing up to refuel, this charging method is much more relaxed and saves additional parking fees. Now, when planning trips, I always prioritize accommodations with charging stations, truly achieving seamless travel and charging.

[Mary]

Over the years of managing charging facilities in our company parking lot, I've found that destination charger placement is particularly crucial. They are primarily installed at locations where users stay for over 1 hour, such as shopping malls, office buildings, and hospitals. These chargers typically have power ratings between 7kW to 22kW, using standard AC interfaces. In actual operation, users can replenish about 200 km of range with an average 4-hour charging session, which fully meets daily needs. Installing such chargers enhances venue attractiveness - after our mall installed chargers last year, electric vehicle customers increased by 30%. User feedback indicates it eliminates the hassle of dedicated charging trips, truly achieving the convenience of charging while parked.