More and more people are switching to electric driving. But what if you don’t have your own driveway or private parking? No worries: smart charging solutions are available even without a driveway. In this blog you can read how you can still use a charging station without your own driveway, what options are available and how you can easily arrange a charging station in your neighborhood.
Why a charging station without a private driveway is still possible
A private driveway is convenient: you install a charging station, plug in and charge at your convenience. But in many cities and towns, that’s not an option. Fortunately, that doesn’t mean you can’t drive an electric car. There are several ways to still use a charging station without your own driveway, and more and more municipalities and providers are responding to this.
Your options for a charging station without your own driveway
1. Request a public charging station from the municipality
Many municipalities offer the opportunity to apply for a public charging station in your neighborhood free of charge. You submit a request, and if the conditions are met, the municipality places a charging station within walking distance of your home.
Want to know more? Check out our page on charging stations in public spaces.
2. Share charging station with neighbors or through the VvE
If you live in an apartment complex or row house without a driveway, you can realize a charging solution together with the CoE or neighbors. Opcharge helps you with advice, installation and management.
3. Making smart use of existing charging points
With apps such as Shell Recharge, ANWB or Chargemap, you can instantly see where charging stations are available. This way you plan your trips efficiently and avoid charging stress. Many of these apps also show rates and charging speeds.
Cable across the sidewalk at a charging station without a private driveway: is that allowed?
In most municipalities, it is not allowed to simply lay a cable across the sidewalk. Sometimes it is allowed with a cable tray or special provision, but often a permit is required. Always check your municipality’s rules.
The future of electric charging without a private driveway
Municipalities are investing heavily in charging infrastructure. Opcharge also works daily on new charging points in residential areas, at companies and in public spaces. This is how we make electric driving accessible to everyone – with or without a driveway.
Conclusion: you can load even without a driveway
Don’t have your own driveway, but still want to drive electric? Then fortunately there are plenty of solutions. From requesting a charging station from the municipality to shared charging points: Opcharge thinks with you.
Apply for charging station without a driveway?
We take care of it for you – from application to installation.