Charging an EV with kids: a relaxing fast-charging break

Charging an EV with children: tips for the perfect family charging stop

Setting off on a family holiday or weekend trip in an electric car is a great experience. But on longer journeys in particular, a question often arises: how do we keep the little ones happy during charging stops? The good news is that with a little preparation, a family charging stop need not be a test of patience.

If you cleverly work charging your EV with children into your daily schedule, the stop becomes a welcome break for everyone. Discover our best tips for a stress-free journey here!

Make creative use of a fast-charging break: activities while you wait

Children naturally need to move, especially after a long time in a child seat. Make a conscious effort to use the fast-charging break to let them burn off energy and get some fresh air:

• Active games: A skipping rope, ball or Frisbee fits in any boot. A small patch of grass near the charging station is often enough for children to really let off steam.
• Picnic time: Nothing lifts the mood quite like a tasty snack. Prepare healthy finger foods that you can enjoy together in the fresh air.
• In-car entertainment: If the weather does not cooperate, the car becomes a cosy playroom. Listening to audiobooks together, playing small travel games or the classic 'I spy' makes the time fly by.

How to make it especially quick

The most relaxing stop at a charging station is often one that does not feel like waiting at all. Instead of stopping at isolated motorway rest areas, you can combine the pleasant with the practical. Look specifically for charging points in urban areas or places with good facilities.

At JOLT, we have made it our mission to make life as easy as possible for EV drivers. By placing ultra-fast charging stations right where you already spend time in everyday life—at supermarkets, restaurants or service stations—you can accomplish several things at once:

You can enjoy a coffee, have a bite to eat with your family or do some shopping while your vehicle charges. That way, charging fits into everyday life and you do not have to wait around for ages.

Modern technology reduces waiting time when charging an EV with children

Fortunately, technology is advancing rapidly, so lengthy stops are increasingly a thing of the past. A quick toilet break or a nappy change is often enough today to add sufficient range for the next leg. With charging power of up to 360 kW, you can, for example, add enough electricity for up to 200 kilometres of range at our JOLT stations in just 10 minutes. A family charging stop thus becomes a brief, refreshing pause before you continue to your destination with renewed energy.

Conclusion: With a little preparation, a few small games in your bag and a carefully chosen location, charging an electric car with children becomes a relaxed and enjoyable short break.

Find our charging-station locations now and hit the road!