Electric mobility is gaining ground, but there are still many myths surrounding electric vehicle charging. In this article, we debunk the most common misconceptions and reveal the truth!
Myth #1: Charging takes too long
🔴 Myth: "I have to wait hours to charge my car."
✅ Truth: Charging time depends on the type of charger:
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Home charging (AC 7-11 kW) : 5-8 hours (ideal for overnight charging).
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Public chargers (AC 22 kW) : 2-4 hours.
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DC fast chargers (50-350 kW) : 80% charge in 15-45 minutes.
Instead of waiting, you can charge your vehicle while you work, sleep or shop.
Myth #2: Charging an electric car is more expensive than fuel
🔴 Myth: "Electricity costs more than gasoline."
✅ Truth: Charging is significantly cheaper than conventional fuels:
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Home charging : ~3-4€/100 km.
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Public AC chargers : ~6-10€/100 km.
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DC fast charging : ~10-15€/100 km.
If we compare it to gasoline (approximately 10-12€/100 km for a conventional vehicle), the electric car remains more economical to use.
Myth #3: Batteries wear out quickly
🔴 Myth: "After a few years, the battery will need replacement."
✅ Truth: Modern lithium-ion batteries have a lifespan of 10-15 years and retain over 70-80% of their capacity after 8-10 years of use. In addition, most companies provide a battery warranty of 8 years or 160,000 km .
Tip: Avoiding excessive fast charging and keeping the charge between 20-80% can increase battery life even further.
Myth #4: There are not enough charging stations in Greece
🔴 Myth: "I can't find charging stations anywhere."
✅ Truth: The charging network is growing rapidly. There are over 2,000 public chargers in Greece , with new stations being added all the time. There are apps like PlugShare, NextCharge and ChargeMap that show you the nearest charging points in real time.
Myth #5: Electric mobility is not as ecological as it seems
🔴 Myth: "Electricity generation and batteries pollute the environment."
✅ Truth: Although battery production has an environmental footprint, an electric car emits 50-70% less CO2 over its entire life compared to a gasoline-powered vehicle. Also, as the use of renewable energy sources (solar, wind) increases, electric mobility becomes even "greener".
Conclusion
Electric mobility is accompanied by many myths, but the data shows that it is an economical, practical and environmentally friendly choice. As infrastructure improves and technology advances, electric vehicles are becoming the best solution for our transportation.