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For EV drivers

Charge while you stay, sleep, or work

Destination Charge is built for long parking stays, not quick top ups. Plug in when you arrive and use the hours your car is already parked.

EV parked beside accommodation and charging from a Destination Charge outlet

What to expect

Expect useful overnight charging, not rapid charging

Destination Charge is designed for places where cars are parked for long periods. Charging speed depends on the site, outlet, vehicle, portable charger, and setup. It will usually be slower than a public fast charger, but it can still be useful when the car is parked for several hours.

Slower than rapid charging

This is not a high power roadside charger. It is designed for long stays.

Useful because you are parked

The value comes from using time that would otherwise be spent parked overnight or during the day.

Check before starting

The activation page shows the outlet details, price, and session terms before you begin.

Monitor your session

Keep an eye on your charge from your phone and view details like charge rate, kWh added and duration.

At the outlet

Start charging in three steps

If you are beside a Destination Charge outlet now, get charging in just a few steps.

Scan and confirm

Scan the outlet QR code or use activation search. Confirm the site, outlet, price, and session details.

Start the session

Review the energy rate, connection fee, and session terms, then activate from your phone.

Plug in and monitor

Connect suitable EV charging equipment and keep the session page open or saved so you can monitor or stop charging.

What to bring

This is the most common point of confusion for drivers used to public AC posts.

Bring

  • Your EV portable charger.
  • A plug that suits the outlet provided at the site.
  • Your phone and payment method.

Do not rely on

  • A Type 2 cable alone.
  • Extension leads.
  • Improvised adapters.
  • The site providing a charger unless stated.

Planning an overnight stop

Check the listing

Look for Destination Charge, EV charging, or QR activated outlet information before you arrive.

Ask before you book

If possible, bring a 15A charger for faster charge times. Most EVs provide both a 10A and 15A plug connector.

Charge early in the stay

Plug in soon after arrival so the car has the longest practical charging window.

Driver questions

The key questions drivers usually need answered before charging.

What is Destination Charge?

Destination Charge is a managed overnight EV charging system for places where cars are already parked for long periods, such as motels, holiday accommodation, apartments, workplaces, and car parks.

Do I need an app?

No. Scan the QR code on the outlet and activate charging from your phone browser.

What cable do I need?

You need a portable EV charger suitable for the outlet provided at the site. A Type 2 public charging cable alone may not be enough for a Destination Charge outlet.

How do I know I am activating the correct outlet?

Check the outlet label, QR code, site photo, outlet name, address, status, and price shown on your phone before you start the session.

Is Destination Charge a fast charger?

No. Destination Charge is designed for low, steady overnight charging while your vehicle is parked for several hours.

Can I leave my car plugged in overnight?

Yes. Destination Charge is intended for overnight stays and long parking sessions, so you can plug in while you sleep and leave with more range.

What happens if my car finishes charging early?

Most EVs reduce or stop power draw when they reach the selected charge limit. The small connection fee still applies while the outlet remains reserved for your vehicle, and the session details are shown before you start.

At an outlet now?

Start with the outlet QR code or activation search, then confirm the outlet and price before charging.