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Do all charging stations have the same plug?
o NO, In Europe, the majority of terminals have a type 2 plug. In France, the type 2 socket must have a safety shutter (only for individuals at home). This is to avoid any accidental contact with the terminal's contactors. This plug is called Type 2S (S for Shutter in English). All electric cars are compatible with all type 2 terminals. In France, there are still Type 3 terminals, which can charge a Type 2 car, provided that you have a T2-T3 adapter.
o Direct Current Sockets: on the highway, there are fast charging stations, which operate on direct current. There are two standards in Europe for fast charging: the CHAdeMO socket and the Combo CCS socket. Most electric vehicles have a type 2 socket for slow charging, and a CHAdeMO or CCS socket for fast charging.
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