From Josh Charles. I supercharge my Chevy Bolt EV using a Lectron Vortex adapter. GM and Tesla opened access to Chevy, GMC, Cadillac, and Hummer EVs. I’ll show you what you need, how it works, and why I’m a bit sad. Lectron sent me this adapter in return for the review. Opinions are my own.…
From Josh Charles. Opening the Tesla Superchargers to other EVs is a game-changer. My charging access is suddenly 2x better! I have so many thoughts. Lectron NACS to CCS Adapter: https://amzn.to/4eE1l9L Lectron provided the adapter for review, but my opinions are my own.
From Josh Charles. I review the Fluke FEV150 Level 2 (AC) EV charger tester. This meter automatically tests safety and functional charging features to ensure reliable, safe electric vehicle charging.’ You can find the FEV150 here: https://www.fluke.com/en-us/product/electrical-testing/emobility/fev150?srsltid=AfmBOooHe5Lajut7oYEYEs4-zyaYW5arA8ogfFbH6Bfrc1lQrBwy-EnN
From Josh Charles. North American EV chargers have attached charge cables. This leads to unnecessary cord clutter, maintenance issues, and vandalism. North America needs to adopt the European-style detached cable standard. Also, I explain why NEMA 14-50 outlets aren’t a good solution either. Coul St. Website: https://www.coulst.com 0:00 The Problem 1:45 The Better Way 2:40…
From Josh Charles. How we made our 2nd generation (MK2) electric vehicle charger post for curbside charging. The 1st prototype was improved, but ultimately did not work but taught us an important lesson. Coul Street Website: https://www.coulst.com 0:00 The Problem 0:40 The MK1 1:35 The MK1.5 2:59 The MK2 4:16 Opening It 5:05 Electronics 6:32…
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From Josh Charles. I was super excited when FLUKE reached out about a collaboration on an EV Charger analyzer. They sent me some merch, but in my excitement, I forgot to unbox it. Review video coming soon…
From Josh Charles.
From Josh Charles. I answer your questions about the Coul St. EV charger for street charging. Is curbside charging valid? How do you install it? How can we share power? What about access controls? What cord and socket standard do we use (J1772, Tesla NACS, Mennekes Type 2)? The Coul St. Website: https://www.coulst.com My email:…
From Josh Charles. In 2021, we built and installed our first EV charger prototype for street/curbside charging. Why did we remove the cord? Why is it a bollard/post? What problems did we have? Josh discusses the MK1 prototype, it’s design, fabrication, and testing. Coul St. Website: https://www.coulst.com 0:00 The MK1 0:16 The Problem 2:30 The…
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From Josh Charles. We started Coul St. to bring EV charging to drivers who park on the street – to the curb. What is our story so far, where are we headed, and how can you be involved. The Coul St. website: https://www.coulst.com 0:05 Introduction 0:31 Josh 1:25 Tristan 2:50 The Idea 4:36 Getting Started…
From Josh Charles.
From Josh Charles.
From Josh Charles. We founded Coul St. to bring street charging to EV drivers everywhere. Curbside charging is hard, so we’ve created our unique charger, which solves the biggest challenges and gives electric vehicle drivers access to charging where they park. We want you to join our team! You can contact me at: josh@coulst.com The…
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From Josh Charles. I make a tiny DIY sheet metal brake to bend brass parts for my EV charging sockets. This no-weld build can be completed with basic hand and power tools and is excellent for bending small metal parts. You can find the Instructable for this project here: https://www.instructables.com/Mini-Sheet-Metal-Break/ You can learn more about…
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From Josh Charles.
From Josh Charles. DC Fast Chargers aren’t a good solution for daily EV charging, and most curbside charging options don’t work well either. On-street electric vehicle charging is needed, but today’s options are ugly, large, expensive, and inconvenient. My company, Coul St., is solving this with a new type of EV charger: https://www.coulst.com Sources: [1]…
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From Josh Charles. EV charger wires are not cheap! I examine what wires are, what they are made of, their insulation, rating, cost, and installation. I complete a DIY install of stranded THHN wiring to a subpanel in my garage. I purchased the wiring here: https://nassaunationalcable.com 0:00 Intro 0:41 Resistance & Heat 1:30 Gauge Standard…
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From Josh Charles. I review the Autel Maxicharger AC Lite Home 40 Amp Electric Vehicle Charger. Dollar for dollar this is one of the best EV chargers on the market today! Purchasing links: Amazon: https://amzn.to/4bOBL03 Autel’s Site: https://store.autelenergy.com/products/ac-lite-40a?variant=47829030469952 *Note that I do earn Amazon Affiliate commission from the link above. You pay the same price…
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From Josh Charles. The EVIPOWER is a new level 2 EV charger from EVIQO. I review its smart features, design, build quality, and safety. This is a well-made charger at a good price! You can purchase the EVIPOWER here: https://eviqo.io/?ref=DkrW3FhbMEPD-2 I receive a small commission on these sales, which helps me keep bringing you videos…
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From Josh Charles. A NEMA 5-20 120V outlet will provide a slightly faster EV charge than the standard NEMA 5-15. You can expect 50 miles of range added per day using this outlet.
From Josh Charles. All outlets can be used for electric vehicle charging if you know how and have the correct adapter. I discuss voltage, current, power, and energy and how fast different NEMA outlets will charge. #EVCharging, #outlet 0:00 Charging is Everywhere 0:15 What’s an EV Charger 1:20 Voltage, Current, Power 2:28 NEMA 5-15 4:32…
From Josh Charles. You can charge your EV off a standard household outlet and get up to 40 miles of range per day – suitable for most people. #EV #charging