Public charging for electric cars
Top up your battery while shopping or at work. Stop at a fast charging station and power up your battery to 80% while you stretch your legs and have a snack. Charging on the go is quick, easy, and convenient. Use the Volvo Cars app or the Google built-in vehicle navigation system to locate nearby charging stations en route to your destination.
Charging stations. Volvo drivers have access to more than 120,000 charging points across the United States, making it easier to stay powered wherever you go.
Public charging methods
Easy options to charge your drive.
DC Fast chargers
Fast chargers, often referred to as DC chargers, are available at select public charging stations and offer the fastest way to charge your fully electric car. Depending on model, these chargers can power up your battery from 10% to 80% in around a half hour or less. Typically found on highways, they're convenient on road trips when you quickly want to get back on the road with additional miles of driving range. Fast chargers will charge a battery quickly up to 80%, but slow down after this point to help protect the car's battery. The charging cable is always attached to the charging unit and is compatible with most Volvo fully electric cars. Some chargers may require an adapter, depending on your model.
AC Destination chargers
Destination chargers, often referred to as AC chargers, are typically used for longer charging sessions. They can effectively charge your electric car and are often located where you park for extended periods, such as outside workplaces, shopping centers or residential areas. All you need to do is park your car, connect to the unit and start charging. This setup allows you to seamlessly integrate charging into your daily routine, powering up your car while you shop, train at the gym or work. Destination chargers are compatible with most Volvo fully electric cars and Volvo plug-in hybrids.
Public charging service
Volvo Public Charging Service
Charge across North America with ease
Enjoy the convenience of only needing one app to seamlessly find, track, and pay for charging at more than 120,000 public charging stations across North America.
One app. Full control.
With Volvo Public Charging Service, access to charging is convenient. Most charging sessions for your fully electric car can be started directly with the Volvo Public Charging Service within the Volvo Cars app. Your receipts will be stored digitally, and there is always full price transparency, making it easy to keep track of your expenses.
Simple to join. Easy to use.
Joining is simple and can be done in just a few steps-sign up in the Volvo Cars app today and enjoy convenient and accessible charging all over North America.
Public charging routine
With an expanding public charging network, powering your Volvo electric car on the go is simple. Fast charging stations are now common along major highways, and destination chargers are widely available across cities and urban areas.
Find charging stations
Plan and charge with Google Maps[a]
Your Volvo is equipped with Google built-in*, and Google Maps* can help you plan the most efficient route for your electric car. Use the in-car navigation system to find nearby and distant charging stations and filter them by charger type (Including if you have a NACS adapter), speed, price and payment options.

You can also use Google Maps on the Volvo Cars app to find nearby charging stations or search for chargers on the road before setting off to your destination. For long journeys, simply enter your final destination and allow Google to build in charging stations along your route, when and where you need them. Google will use your vehicle's state of charge which may help to make your trip and charge time as efficient as possible. To make charging even faster on the go, when a fast-charging station is set as your destination in Google Maps, your Volvo car will automatically pre-condition the battery, helping to shorten charging times by ensuring it’s at the optimal temperature upon arrival.
a. Google services are enabled through a digital services package that is included for four years. After this period, new terms and fees will apply if you choose to renew. Google, Google Maps and Google Play are trademarks of Google LLC.
Optimize your charging
Get back on the road quicker
Save time by pre-conditioning your battery in your fully electric car. When you select a fast charging station on Google Maps, the car will automatically heat or cool the battery ahead of time. This helps ensure the battery is at an optimal temperature for charging when you plug in, so you can spend less time waiting to get back on the road. Additionally, turn off heating or cooling systems while you charge to reduce energy consumption and improve efficiency. Look for chargers without another car connected, as charging will be faster if the station is only powering up one car.
Tap to pay
Paying made easy[b]
Find a station, charge and pay. Store your preferred payment method in the Volvo Cars app and start charging directly through your phone. It keeps track of your receipts, too, making it easy to manage all transactions*
b. *Tap to pay is available in markets where Volvo Public Charging Service is available.
Connect and charge
Maximize battery lifespan
Simply start a public charging session in the Volvo Cars app and the Live Activity will display on your iPhone's Lock Screen and in the Dynamic Island.
Public charging costs and payment options
The costs for charging your electric car in public vary depending on the provider, location and charging speed. Some offer fixed rates, while others use flexible pricing based on time or energy used. With the Volvo Cars app you can access a wide network of chargers and find, start, and pay for charging at more than 120,000 charging points across North America.
Unlock additional charging access with NACS
Volvo Car electric vehicles now support the North American Charging Standard, enabling access to Tesla's Supercharger network. This will complement the wide access of fast chargers currently available via the CCS (Combined Charging System) network available today. With this move, Volvo Cars continues to improve the electric vehicle experience for our consumers by unlocking access to an additional 22,000+ and growing, public fast charging stations nationwide.
