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How to Maximize Your EV Driving Range

How to Maximize Your EV Driving Range

Range anxiety is one of the most persistent deterrents to purchasing an electric vehicle for the first time. It can be triggered by the fear an EV will run out of juice before reaching a destination or a more general concern about lack of charging opportunities. While charging infrastructure still has plenty of room to grow, the expansion of charging networks combined with advances in vehicle technology have made range anxiety more of a perception problem. In reality, driving range—the...

New Alberta EV Charging Funding for Businesses, Condos, and Municipalities

New Alberta EV Charging Funding for Businesses, Condos, and Municipalities

Alberta is making it easier for businesses, municipalities, and condominium corporations to invest in EV charging infrastructure with the launch of a new funding program. Administered by Alberta Municipalities (ABmunis), the Electric Vehicle Charging Program (EVCP) opened for applications on February 5, 2025, offering $1.7 million in funding to help offset the cost of purchasing and installing EV chargers. This initiative, funded by Natural Resources Canada’s Zero Emission Vehicle...

Top 5 Annoying Moments Every EV Driver Has Faced

Top 5 Annoying Moments Every EV Driver Has Faced

Owning an electric vehicle comes with plenty of perks—lower fuel costs, reduced maintenance, and a quieter ride—but it’s not without its challenges. From ICE vehicles blocking chargers to the hassle of juggling apps, EV drivers encounter roadblocks that can make the charging experience frustrating. Fortunately, together with our industry peers, we’re working to tackle these common pain points. Here’s a look at some of the biggest EV charging challenges today—and what’s being done to solve...

Using Third-Party NACS Connectors on Tesla Vehicles

Using Third-Party NACS Connectors on Tesla Vehicles

NACS connectors are unlocking new possibilities for EV drivers across North America. Hypercharge has begun offering these connectors on our range of Level 2 and DC fast charging stations, expanding convenient charging access and helping drivers stay on the move. When it comes to Level 2 charging stations, our NACS connectors works with every Tesla, so there’s no need to worry about compatibility for everyday charging at home or work. With NACS on DC fast charging stations, however, Tesla...

Hypercharge EV Glossary: Electric Vehicle Terms Explained

Hypercharge EV Glossary: Electric Vehicle Terms Explained

Don’t know a BEV from a ZEV? Feeling overwhelmed every time you see an electric vehicle performance metric, like “Le/100km” or “mi/kWh”? We’ve got you covered with this EV glossary of commonly used terms and specifications!   Quick jump:   EV Charging Electrical Vehicle Acronyms Specifications EV Charging Charging Port On an EV, a charging port is a socket that connects the vehicle to the charging station via a connector (plug) and cable. On a charging station, a charging port is the...

How Much Does It Cost to Charge an Electric Vehicle in 2025?

How Much Does It Cost to Charge an Electric Vehicle in 2025?

Editor's note: This post was first published on August 12, 2022, and last updated on January 16, 2025.Our Batteries 101 post was a primer on electric vehicle batteries: their size, charging speeds, and how far they’ll take you before you need to recharge. Today, we’re looking at the cost of charging EV batteries, using popular vehicles as examples. We’ll begin by getting familiar with the most important factors that contribute to your bill, then show you how to estimate costs based on the type...

Manitoba Announces New Climate Action Funding

Manitoba Announces New Climate Action Funding

Manitoba’s push toward a low-carbon future just received a significant boost with the provincial government announcing an additional $1.5 million in funding for the Climate Action Fund. This funding, aimed at advancing green projects across the province, includes critical support for EV charging infrastructure.What's New?The $1.5 million investment will provide businesses, municipalities, Indigenous communities, and multi-unit residential buildings (MURBs) with greater opportunities to access...

2024 Wrapped: A Year of Agility and Record-Breaking Success

2024 Wrapped: A Year of Agility and Record-Breaking Success

A Year of Agility and Record-Breaking SuccessAs we close out 2024, I’m reflective of a year that challenged not only Hypercharge, but the entire electric vehicle industry. Last year, I highlighted how 2023 allowed us to firmly establish ourselves as leaders in the North American electrified mobility space. What followed in 2024 was a period of profound transition—one that tested our agility, adaptability, and commitment to sustainable, customer-focused growth. Throughout this year, shifting...

Comprehensive EV Ready Plan Guide: Maximize Your Savings

Comprehensive EV Ready Plan Guide: Maximize Your Savings

If you’re an apartment or condo building owner, property manager, and/or on the strata/condo board, now is the time to take advantage of EV ready plan rebates that enhance your property and strengthen your investment with electric vehicle charging. Our comprehensive EV Ready Plan Guide is here to help you navigate these opportunities and maximize your savings. Multiple provinces and municipalities across Canada have introduced programs designed to promote EV readiness in multi-unit residential...

What is Managed Networking for EV Charging?

What is Managed Networking for EV Charging?

You’ve invested in top-tier EV charging stations, paired them with cutting-edge cloud software, and a Hypercharge’s Preferred Partner has expertly installed your chargers and underlying electrical infrastructure. There’s just one more must-have before your charging operation can go live: a reliable local network connection to the internet. That’s why Hypercharge introduced our Managed Networking service, your direct route to a strong, stable local Wi-Fi network for dependable connectivity.The...