Commentary: Practical things to do while stuck waiting for your EV to charge

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For a while, electric vehicles were the rage. Everyone wanted one. But lately, not so much, and a big reason is the hassle of recharging.

Depending on your car make, the quality of the charging station and your battery, charging an EV can take anywhere from 30 minutes to 12 hours. What do to while waiting is a growing national problem just coming into focus. Here are some pragmatic suggestions.

Be Considerate: Phone family and friends to explain why it is you’re going to arrive late, very late, again.

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