Is the Nissan LEAF future proofed by CHAdeMO charging standard?
The Nissan LEAF uses the CHAdeMO fast charging standard which is slowly falling out of favor as most other automakers have settled on the CCS (Combined Charging System) standard. This has caused fears about the survival of the long term viability of CHAdeMO charging stations and whether LEAF owners may soon find themselves facing a dearth of fast chargers down the road. Often at issue are issues such as infrastructure development, the role of government and industry standards, and whether adapters or retrofits might exist. This is an important consideration for prospective buyers – particularly those buying a LEAF for the long haul, or who tend to rely on public charging.
It's definitely a concern. I’ve seen fewer CHAdeMO chargers installed in my vicinity and CCS is all over the place. In the future, this might limit what road trip options could have and become a serious issue.
Not really an issue for me. Most of the time I charge at home, and there are still lots of CHAdeMO chargers out there for the occasional road trip. Adapters are also becoming available, plus.
If you’re buying new, that’s a big deal, but for used LEAFs, the price difference usually offsets it. But just plan your charging needs accordingly.
I think it's overblown. CHAdeMO is not going away anytime soon as Japan still heavily uses it. And, many charging stations still feature both standards.
It’s a valid concern, but it’s not a deal breaker. Home charging is going to be more important for most LEAF owners because the LEAF's range isn't really designed for a lot of road trips.
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