EV charging station, also known as an electric vehicle charger or electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE), is a piece of equipment that provides electrical power to plug-in electric automobiles (including hybrids, neighbourhood electric vehicles, trucks, buses, and others).
Even though batteries can only be charged with DC power, most electric vehicles contain an inbuilt AC-to-DC converter that allows them to be plugged into a typical household AC outlet. “AC charging stations” are low-cost, low-power public charging stations that provide AC power. Most completely electric vehicles can operate on both AC and DC electricity.
Connectors that comply to a range of standards are available at charging stations. Multiple connectors are typically seen on DC charging stations, allowing them to power a wide range of automobiles. Typically, public charging stations can be found on the street or in retail shopping complexes, government buildings, and other parking locations.