11. Public charging – good practice

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Basic rules

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Don't occupy the space without charging, stand aside when you're finished, handle the cable/connector gently, and leave the pole clean.

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Planning a trip

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Use a route planning app; monitor performance, occupancy, pricing. Preheat the battery before starting in cold weather, if your car can — DC charging will be faster.

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