Using Public Electric Car Chargers: Connectors, Contactless Payment and Charging Etiquette

If you drive an electric car, or are thinking about one, public chargers can seem confusing. Learn the difference between slower and rapid chargers, which connector your car uses, how to pay (including contactless), your rights under the Public Charge Point Regulations, and some simple etiquette at the charger.

Tutwoo is an independent learning provider. This course is a general refresher for experienced drivers based on official guidance. It is not a substitute for the Highway Code, your vehicle handbook or professional driver training.

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