Take charge with the Volvo Cars app
The Volvo Cars app is your gateway to fuss-free electric driving. With a few quick taps you can check your current charging status, set your home charging schedule, find charging stations within range and even make payments on the go.
Help cut costs with home charging
Charging at home may cost less than using public stations, especially during off-peak hours. Simply schedule charging for late at night or early morning which, depending on your energy plan, may help save money - without the extra stops.
Wake up with a charged battery
With a Level 2 home charging station on your driveway, you have convenient access to fast and powerful charging whenever you want to. Simply set a charging schedule that fits your plans, and your electric car is always ready for daily commutes, quick errands or road trips.
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Find Charging Stations easily
Find charging stations before you set off in the Volvo Cars app, or locate them on the road through Google Maps in your car’s center display. You can filter by charging speed, charging networks, plug type, and availability. By entering your final destination, Google Maps in your vehicle will incorporate charging stops into your route when and where you need them. Additionally, it will suggest the amount of time you should spend charging so you can get back on the road faster. And when your battery drops to 20%, Google Maps in your car will suggest nearby chargers and guide you there – showing your estimated charge level on arrival. Google, Google Maps and Google Play are trademarks of Google LLC.
Manage and Monitor Charging Remotely
The Volvo Cars app gives you a complete overview of all charging features. With the app, you can easily monitor the charging status (ongoing, completed or fault) and check the available range. You can also control the charging speed of your home charger and set your preferred charging schedule.
Pay effortlessly
Forgot to bring your wallet? Tired of paper receipts? No worries. Simply choose and save your preferred payment method to effortlessly handle transactions and track your charging expenses through the app.
How to use a charging station
Arrive at a charging station
Park your car with the charging port within reach of the charging cable
Connect the cable
Insert the charging cable into the charging port of your car
Start charging
Follow the instructions in your preferred app or the charging station itself
Charging compatibility for your Volvo
Public chargers are categorized as DC fast chargers or AC destination chargers. DC fast chargers offer the fastest way to charge your car, while AC destination chargers typically top up your electric car in a few hours. Fully electric Volvo cars and plug-in hybrids are compatible with all AC destination chargers. Additionally, our electric vehicles now support the North American Charging Standard (NACS), enabling access to Tesla’s Supercharger network for an additional 29,000+ and growing, public fast charging stations nationwide. In your fully electric Volvo, both Google Maps on the in-car navigation and the Volvo Cars app can show which charge points have the right plug for your car.
Charging a Volvo electric car at home
Wake up with your electric car charged and ready for your next journey. Charging at home is convenient and cost-effective. With a wallbox installed on your property, you get complete control of all charging features. Depending on your energy plan, scheduling your charging for off-peak hours may help lower your costs while supporting a more balanced energy grid.
Convenient home charging. Discover our range of charging offers designed to make home charging simple, smart, and cost-effective.
Your key to
convenience charging.
Volvo Cars and ChargePoint have partnered to offer you a faster charging option for your home. Learn more about the ChargePoint Home Flex.
Installations by Qmerit
Once you have purchased a home charger for your Volvo, connect with our partners at Qmerit to schedule a professional install. (By clicking on this link you are leaving this website and you will be directed to the Qmerit website and subject to its terms of use.)
Lower costs Smart charging
Depending on your energy plan, you may be able to save money by scheduling charging for off-peak hours, typically late at night or early in the morning. Set a schedule using the Volvo Cars app or the center display of your Volvo. You can also benefit from smart charging. Charge your car in a way that suits you. And in the Volvo EX90, you can even charge your car to match your departure time in a way that optimizes your battery’s health.
Convenience Range to fit your daily routine
With an electric car charging station at home, you can start your day with plenty of range to fit your routine. Simply use the Volvo Cars app to create a charging schedule, and your electric car is ready to go whenever you need it. If your plans change, you can easily switch to direct charging in the app for an earlier departure.
Contribute to reduced COâ‚‚ emissions Drive climate action forward
Driving electric is a choice with multiple benefits, all while helping contribute to a better climate. With a wallbox at home, you can charge conveniently, efficiently and on your terms. All while aiding to the transition away from fossil fuels. It’s a simple way to support our ambition to reduce COâ‚‚ emissions. One drive at a time.
Electric car charging for apartments
There are several electric car charging solutions available if you live in an apartment. If you have dedicated off-street parking you can consider installing a charging station after consulting your property manager. You can also use the portable charger which comes standard with your car that connects to standard outlets or charge your car at a public charging station.
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.
Easy options to charge your drive. Public charging methods
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.
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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.
Find charging stations Plan and charge with Google Maps1
Your Volvo is equipped with Google built-in1, and Google Maps1 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.
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 easy2
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.2
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 29,000+ and growing, public fast charging stations nationwide.
