Technology can be a wonderful thing. For those of you that embrace the advances in hybrid and electric vehicle technology, you may be happy to learn that there are some very useful apps available to help you do just that. Charging stations are becoming more and more common place, the following mobile apps can help you locate the stations near you.
PlugShare – Possibly the best app out there for finding and sharing information on electric vehicle charging stations, it is free to install and use. You can track charging station availability in real time, add stations and even set alerts for when stations become available. Available for both Apple and Android devices.
ChargePoint – Also free and available for Apple and Android, this handy app lets you find stations near a specific address, get turn by turn directions to the nearest stations, see station details such as price and can notify you when you car is fully charged.
CarStations – Find your charge on the go! Just like most of these apps, CarStations is available for Apple and Android, and is free of charge to download and use. This handy app lets you filter by charge type, add and view up to date comments on each station and even create a favorite stations list.
ReCargo – This handy community based little app will help you locate charging stations, check availability, and even help you find stuff to do nearby with the help of Yelp. Free for Apple and Android devices.
Blink – Always know where your next charging station will be with Blink. Free for Apple and Android devices. Use your current location or manually set a location to find the closest charger locations, find out charger price, type of charging available and information the hosting location.
There are countless other options available for both Apple and Android, but the above apps are among the most popular for finding charging stations, and staying charged up while your on the go.