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Scheduled Charging (Charging Timer)

Scheduled charging sets when an electric car charges.

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What is Scheduled Charging (Charging Timer)?

It uses cheaper night tariffs. It can combine with preconditioning. It is set in the car or app. Many cars allow setting a departure time so the car finishes charging and preconditions just before leaving. Off-peak tariffs can significantly reduce charging costs. If both the car and wallbox have timers, use only one to avoid conflicts where charging never starts.

How it works

The car waits until the set time.

Why it matters for your car

Wallbox timers can conflict. Check settings after updates.

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