Plug-in hybrid outdoor power supply

Charging plug-in hybrids at home is more than a convenience—it's an essential part of owning a PHEV. With the right setup, you can enjoy lower costs, reduced emissions, and the satisfaction of knowing your vehicle is ready whenever you are. Begin your home charging journey today, and unlock the full potential of your plug-in hybrid.

Technically, you don't need to change your home's wiring to charge a plug-in hybrid. Most come with kits that allow you to plug into any standard outlet. Plugging into a plain old 120-volt outlet, the kind you probably have in your garage already, works for charging plug-in hybrids.

Charging a plug-in hybrid requires a lot of power, and if you plug into a 120-volt outlet, well, you may be fine -- or you may end up overloading the circuit and tripping the circuit breaker. You can avoid that by making sure that you have a dedicated circuit for charging your plug-in hybrid if you're going to use a 120-volt outlet.

Recharging your plug-in hybrid is easy. In fact, the charger uses a standard 120-volt wall plug, just like your toaster or blender. Your plug-in hybrid's onboard charger takes the incoming AC current and converts it to DC power for charging the battery. It also monitors the voltage, current, and state of charge.

It also monitors the voltage, current, and state of charge. There is a charging port on your plug-in hybrid as well as a separate standard gasoline fill spout. After running your daily errands or after you return home from work, you can charge your plug-in hybrid at home and have a full charge when you head out the following morning.

These vehicles combine the efficiency of electric motors with the reliability of gasoline engines, offering the best of both worlds. Central to this convenience is the ability to charge plug-in hybrids at home, eliminating the need for frequent visits to public charging stations.