CHAdeMO Connector
CHAdeMO is a Japanese DC fast-charging standard with its own large plug, used by some earlier electric cars such as the Nissan Leaf.
What is CHAdeMO Connector?
It needs a separate charging port from the AC socket. In Europe, CCS has become the main standard and CHAdeMO points are becoming rarer. CHAdeMO supports bidirectional charging on some cars. Some CHAdeMO cars can supply power back to a home or the grid with a suitable bidirectional charger.
How it works
The plug carries DC power directly to the battery while a communication line agrees current and voltage with the car.
Why it matters for your car
Check that your route has working CHAdeMO chargers before a long trip. Adapters between CHAdeMO and CCS are rare and limited.
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