CHARGING & ENERGY
Make charging work around you.
Estimate a charging session using usable battery capacity and the lower of charger power and vehicle charging limit.
Know the limits of the estimate.
Battery energy added = usable capacity × (target charge − start charge) ÷ 100. Grid energy = battery energy ÷ efficiency. Time = grid energy ÷ minimum(charger output, vehicle limit). Cost = grid energy × tariff.
This is a constant-power planning model. It does not model DC taper, battery temperature, preconditioning, load sharing or queues. Use a realistic average power for fast-charging scenarios; a charger’s peak rating is not the session average. Confirm connector compatibility and manufacturer limits.
Where will you charge?
At home: review parking, tariff and installation with a licensed electrician. At work or a depot: review available power and dwell time. On the road: check the operator’s own availability, connector and tariff information.
Australian Government charging guide