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t1_ixhrizr wrote

There are EV chargers in Garden City behind Avvio, with a Starbucks nearby

Edit: I don’t have an electric car so I didn’t know about the problems others have mentioned, sorry!

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t1_ixhuenx wrote

There’s fast chargers at the dealerships across the street from chick fil’ a in Warwick. I’ve charged my car there a few times while I grab a bite. You have to ask the staff first but I have not had issues.

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t1_ixi12qn wrote

Do you have the PlugShare app? I find it really helpful for finding chargers I might not know about otherwise. You can see the location, cost, compatibility, tips from others, etc.

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t1_ixi172e wrote

I know the ones connected to Chilis are still free. Use an app called plugshare and it will show you all they are around and if they are free

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t1_ixi3ycc wrote

There's a free chargepoint charger in Portsmouth at that Roger Williams Resident Hall right off the highway. There's 2 stalls, they're usually open.

Pretty far from there though.

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t1_ixi4s0s wrote

Neon in seekonk? I don't think I've ever seen a person pay there for EV charge

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t1_ixi6etg wrote

Providence place is free charging on most of the parking levels, parking is free first two hours. Warwick mall has one charging location, it's located next to the movie theater.

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t1_ixi8gqs wrote

Why are they free? Electric cars are not non-polluting if the electricity to charge them is being generated by burning fossil fuels.

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t1_ixiac3t wrote

They're still several times more efficient than gas cars, even if the electricity is 100% fossil fuel. A modern natural gas plant is pretty efficient and very low in pollution other than CO2. And the power grid will continue to improve.

Fast chargers are expensive, they charge about what it would cost to drive a small gas car. But L2 and L1 trickle chargers are just an AC hookup, the only expense is the electricity, and for an hour or two at the library you're talking maybe $1-2.

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t1_ixiccrr wrote

>But L2 and L1 trickle chargers are just an AC hookup, the only expense is the electricity, and for an hour or two at the library you're talking maybe $1-2.

It's a fair question for someone to ask "ok, why can't the people with EVs pay that $1-2 themselves then?"

I get the idea of incentivizing EVs but isn't this subsidizing people who don't really need that extra hand?

Edit: for a private business. I don't give a shit, obviously. If Applebees thinks they can get a few more people eatin good in the neighborhood with free charging for a couple hours? Jah bless.

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t1_ixienp1 wrote

Ok. Got that. But I dunno. This is the thousandth reply with an assumption as opposed to phrasing it better “hey. Have you taken a look at the Solterra? I did and really liked it”.

I find it hilarious that I’m down voted for pointing out that you need to work in your communication. That is a you issue. If you don’t get that and can’t admit that I don’t even know what to say. I didn’t insult you. I didn’t call you names. I just am stating you made an assumption. It’s valid criticism.

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t1_ixiidy9 wrote

East Matunuck State Beach has a free one too. Might as well enjoy a view of Block Island.

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t1_ixiijum wrote

Not sure about a working on laptop option, but you might check Stop & Shop parking lots as well

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t1_ixil4e3 wrote

The Solterra is a rebadged Toyota BZ4X. They were recalled shortly after they were released because wheels were falling off because of some “new” production method Toyota devised.

I’d hold out for a proper Outback before getting a Solterra.

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t1_iximdkv wrote

Neon station on Kinsley x Dean. There's a Dunkin & iHop up the street, or you could walk a couple blocks over to the Farm Fresh building - they've got a coffee shop, taco shop, brewery, etc all in one building. A decent place to hang out for a few hours.

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t1_ixis7ab wrote

Lincoln mall has free charger by the chilis

Some Rhode Island parks and beaches have them too.

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t1_ixiukzo wrote

This is dangerously off topic. But please read the entire thread. I own an Outback. And I wouldn’t get a different Subaru than the Outback. I’m still angry they stopped making the 6cyl (which I have the last model of).

If I get an electric Subaru. It would have to be an Outback as I stated.

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t1_ixj7vmm wrote

Wickford train station has a bunch of free chargers. But the only thing nearby is the Walmart.

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t1_ixjg5sh wrote

Definitely providence place mall. Also the Biltmore garage has I believe 2 charging spots and there’s a couple places and coffee shops for you to work in

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t1_ixk6865 wrote

Isn’t the park n ride in Warwick across from AAA free? Or did that change?

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t1_ixkpppj wrote

And I didn’t say anything hateful. All I said was if you let what people think bring you down or steer your path then you’re life was be tough. We are all just cosmic dust here for a mere 75ish years give or take and it would be rather silly to spend what little time we have on this conscious journey worried about how OTHERS think about us.

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t1_ixkwouw wrote

There’s an EV charger in the parking lot across the courtyard with Riffraff, a small bookstore/bar/coffee shop

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t1_ixlxk45 wrote

You own an EV, have a remote job with flexible hours, a laptop ... and you want free car charging? People like you are why we can't have nice things.

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t1_ixlzczz wrote

Download the Chargepoint app. Many locations across the state.

Most chargepoint locations were free up until a couple years ago. Now they may give you an hour free, then pay per time spent there. The app will give you more info on each one.

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t1_ixm19s1 wrote

Times are tough all over… this guy can’t afford electricity or internet after buying an electric car.

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t1_ixm65f2 wrote

The new Neon Marketplace on smith hill in Providence is incredible. Little cafe spot with a kitchen and ev charging

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t1_ixmgeqr wrote

Can anyone tell me where I can use my laptop and charge my car with gas?

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