<h2>Why a Dedicated EV Charger Matters</h2><p>Plugging your EV into a standard 10A power point (Level 1 charging) adds roughly 10–15 km of range per hour. A dedicated Level 2 home charger adds 50–100 km per hour. For most EV owners, the difference between waking up to a full charge and a half-charge comes down to having the right charger installed.</p><h2>Level 1 vs Level 2 Charging</h2><table><thead><tr><th>Feature</th><th>Level 1 (Standard Outlet)</th><th>Level 2 (Dedicated Charger)</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Power</td><td>2.4 kW</td><td>7–22 kW</td></tr><tr><td>Range per hour</td><td>10–15 km</td><td>50–100 km</td></tr><tr><td>Full charge time</td><td>24–48 hours</td><td>4–8 hours</td></tr><tr><td>Installation required</td><td>No</td><td>Yes (licensed electrician)</td></tr></tbody></table><h2>Chargers We Recommend</h2><p>Makn Energy installs a range of quality Level 2 chargers including Zappi, Wallbox, and Fronius Wattpilot. Each has different features around solar integration, smart scheduling, and load management.</p><h2>Solar + EV: The Perfect Combination</h2><p>Pairing a solar system with a smart EV charger lets you charge your car directly from the sun. The Zappi charger, for example, can be set to only charge when your solar system is producing excess power — meaning your car runs on free solar energy.</p><h2>Installation Cost</h2><p>A typical home EV charger installation in SA costs $1,200–$2,500 depending on the charger model and the complexity of the electrical work required. Makn Energy provides fixed-price quotes with no hidden extras.</p><p>Contact us for a free EV charger consultation and quote.</p>