Locate nearby chargers in seconds, powered by real-time data
PlugBeacon connects seamlessly with Level 2 and DC Fast Charging networks across the US and Canada for all major EV and PHEV manufacturers.
America's top-searched brand. Find Level 2 charging stations near you for your daily RAV4 Prime or Prius commute, or DC Fast chargers for bZ4X road trips.
Locate high-power DC Fast stations along interstate corridors and neighborhood Level 2 plugs. Fully compatible with CCS and NACS adapter networks.
GM Ultium-based vehicles support fast road-trip charging. Find Level 3 chargers near you to add up to 100 miles of range in just 10-15 minutes.
High-interest luxury EV. Utilize Lyriq Tour Mode for maximum 314-mile range, and locate 150 kW+ DC Fast Chargers on PlugBeacon to add 77 miles in 10 mins.
Discover nearby public Level 2 destination chargers and CCS stations with adapters. Compatible across all US metropolitan charging corridors.
Equipped with ultra-fast 800-volt charging architecture. Charge from 10% to 80% in as little as 18 minutes at high-speed public DC stations.
Whether you need a legacy CHAdeMO connector for your Nissan Leaf or high-speed CCS for Ariya, filter by charging speed to find compatible plugs.
Find charging spots with ease for Honda's electrified lineup. Compatible with broad public charging networks across shopping centers and transit hubs.
Understand the difference between Level 1, Level 2, and DC Fast charging to find the right charging speed for your vehicle.
Uses a standard household 3-prong wall outlet (1.4 – 1.9 kW). Excellent for plug-in hybrids like the Toyota RAV4 Prime and emergency overnight top-ups.
The sweet spot for daily driving (6.6 – 19.2 kW). Found at hotels, grocery stores, workplace parking, and home installations with J1772 or NACS connectors.
High-power direct current (50 – 350 kW) bypasses your vehicle's onboard converter. Perfect for highway road trips, commercial fleets, and quick top-ups.
Answers to top auto queries regarding driving modes, battery range, charging costs, and station discovery.
Yes, the driving modes in the Cadillac Lyriq directly influence energy consumption and driving range. The Cadillac Lyriq comes with several selectable driving modes that calibrate acceleration, steering resistance, brake response, and suspension damping:
• Tour Mode: Default setting optimized for comfort, maximum battery efficiency, and smooth acceleration. This mode delivers the EPA-rated range of up to 314 miles (RWD) or 307 miles (AWD).
• Sport Mode: Delivers sharper throttle response, faster motor torque deployment, and firmer steering. Rapid acceleration under Sport Mode draws higher peak current from the 102 kWh Ultium battery pack, reducing real-world highway range by approximately 5% to 10% depending on driving style.
• Snow/Ice Mode: Softens torque delivery to prevent wheel spin on slick surfaces, helping preserve battery efficiency by preventing wheel slip energy loss.
• My Mode: Allows drivers to personalize individual parameters such as steering effort, brake feel, and motor sound without necessarily penalizing battery consumption.
Pro Range Tip: Utilizing the Lyriq's Regen on Demand steering paddle or One-Pedal Driving will reclaim kinetic energy back into the battery, extending city driving range noticeably. When heading out on highway trips, use PlugBeacon to pinpoint 150 kW+ DC Fast Chargers along your route.
PlugBeacon makes finding nearby charging stations effortless with 3 flexible options:
1. Use Current Location: Tap the GPS button to detect your exact GPS coordinates in one click.
2. Adjust Pin on Map: Open the interactive map, drag the custom map pin marker to any intersection, hotel, or highway rest stop, and click confirm.
3. Manual Lat/Lon: Enter coordinates manually if planning travel remotely.
You can refine results by Charging Level (Level 1, Level 2, or DC Fast) and slide the radius from 1 km up to 50 km to find stations with real-time port counts and turn-by-turn directions.
Yes, EV charging is substantially cheaper per mile than gasoline. Even at budget warehouse stations like Costco Gas, gasoline in 2026 averages $3.40 to $4.50 per gallon. At 25 to 30 MPG, a combustion car costs about 13¢ to 17¢ per mile.
In contrast, charging an EV at home at national average rates (~16¢/kWh) costs only 4¢ to 5¢ per mile. That equates to paying the equivalent of $1.10 to $1.30 per gallon of gas. Over a standard 12,000 to 15,000 annual mileage, EV owners save between $1,200 and $1,800 in fuel costs alone.
Most plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) cannot use DC Fast Chargers because their smaller battery packs do not have the liquid cooling or high-voltage circuits required for rapid DC charging. Vehicles such as the Toyota RAV4 Prime, Prius Prime, and Ford Maverick Hybrid charge on standard AC Level 1 (120V) or Level 2 (240V J1772) stations.
However, notable exceptions exist: the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV features a dedicated CHAdeMO DC Fast charge port capable of charging from 10% to 80% in about 25 minutes. On PlugBeacon, simply select Level 2 to view all convenient public plugs compatible with your PHEV.
PlugBeacon indexes all standard public charging connectors in North America:
• J1772: Universal AC Level 2 connector used by Toyota, Ford, Chevy, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, BMW, and Tesla (with adapter).
• CCS Combo 1: High-speed DC Fast charging standard used by GM (Cadillac Lyriq, Blazer EV), Ford (Mach-E, Lightning), Hyundai, Kia, VW, and many others.
• NACS (Tesla): North American Charging Standard found at Tesla Superchargers and destination chargers, increasingly adopted by GM, Ford, Rivian, and Hyundai.
• CHAdeMO: Japanese DC Fast standard used primarily by the Nissan Leaf and Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.
Lithium-ion battery efficiency decreases in temperatures below 32°F (0°C) because electrochemical reactions slow down and cabin heating requires energy from the battery pack. Cold weather can reduce real-world range by 15% to 30%.
Top tips to maximize range in winter:
1. Precondition your vehicle cabin while still connected to your charger before departing.
2. Use seat heaters and heated steering wheels rather than high blower fans, as contact heating consumes far less energy.
3. Maintain highway cruising speeds between 65 and 70 mph, as aerodynamic drag increases exponentially above 70 mph.
4. Use PlugBeacon to locate high-power DC Fast Chargers along highway service plazas to recharge without delays.