Use a Real-Time Charging Map
The fastest way to find a charging station is an interactive map. ChargeMap24 shows 120,000+ charge points across Europe and worldwide – updated daily from official sources. Just open the charging map, enable GPS and see every station within range.
Key features to look for in any charging app:
- Real-time availability (is the charger in use right now?)
- Filter by connector type (CCS, CHAdeMO, Type 2, Tesla/NACS)
- Filter by charging speed (AC slow, DC fast, ultra-fast 150+ kW)
- Network filter (ChargePoint, Electrify America, Tesla Supercharger, Ionity)
Major Charging Networks in the USA
| Network | Stations | Connector | Max Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Supercharger | ~2,000 sites | NACS / CCS | 250 kW |
| Electrify America | 900+ sites | CCS / CHAdeMO | 350 kW |
| ChargePoint | 35,000+ ports | CCS / J1772 | 62 kW |
| EVgo | 900+ sites | CCS / CHAdeMO | 350 kW |
| Blink | 5,000+ ports | CCS / J1772 | 40 kW |
Major Charging Networks in Europe
- Ionity: Premium highway network, 350 kW, CCS – €0.79/kWh without membership
- Tesla Supercharger: Open to all EVs (CCS adapter), ~€0.40–0.52/kWh
- EnBW: Largest network in Germany, 50–350 kW, from €0.49/kWh
- Shell Recharge / bp pulse: Petrol-station integrated, fast growing
- Allego / Fastned: Netherlands/Germany/Belgium, 150–350 kW highway chargers
Plan Ahead on Long Trips
For road trips, plan charging stops every 150–200 miles at 150+ kW stations. Tools like our charge time calculator help you estimate how long each stop takes. Most modern EVs charge from 20% to 80% in 20–35 minutes at a 150+ kW charger.
Free Charging Spots
Many supermarkets, shopping centers and hotels offer free Level 2 charging (7–22 kW) while you shop or stay. IKEA, Whole Foods, certain Marriott/Hilton properties, and destination chargers (wineries, ski resorts) often charge nothing. Always check the map for free stations (filter: Free).
Connector Types at a Glance
- CCS (Combo 1/2): The dominant DC fast-charging standard in the USA (Combo 1) and Europe (Combo 2).
- NACS (Tesla): Becoming the new US standard – Ford, GM, Rivian and others are adopting it.
- CHAdeMO: Japanese standard, still found on older Nissan Leaf and some Mitsubishi EVs.
- Type 2 / J1772: Universal AC connector used across Europe and North America.
