Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

Does the Town of Wendell have charging stations?
Yes! There are charging stations located on Campen Row in Downtown Wendell.

How do I use the charger for my electric car?
The charging stations are JUICEBOX Pro 40, and has a NEMA 14-50 plug. There are currently 2 charging stations, with 2 plugs each, meaning up to 4 vehicles can charge at one time.

When can I use it?
Please refer to the JuicePass App for locations and availability. The Charging Stations will not be available during downtown special events, or when food trucks are approved to use the stations:
Thursdays, 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Fridays, 12:00 pm – 12:00 am
Saturdays, 12:00 pm – 12:00 am
Sundays, 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Mondays, 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm

How long can I use it?
The EV Charging Stations are not intended to supply power to vehicles used as residences and are to be used for a maximum of 2 hours at a time.

Does it cost anything?
There is no cost to use the EV Charging Stations at this time.

Why is the food truck blocking the charger?
Approved food trucks will use the EV Charging Stations for electricity at the following times:
Thursdays, 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Fridays, 12:00 pm – 12:00 am
Saturdays, 12:00 pm – 12:00 am
Sundays, 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Mondays, 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Food trucks are approved by the Town of Wendell as part of the Food Truck Policy, located here.

Why is the electric car at the charger and I can’t use it for my food truck?
Parking spaces in front of the charging station will be reserved when approved for food truck use. Food trucks may not connect to the EV Charging Stations without approval by the Town of Wendell through the Food Truck Policy, located here.

Why was I ticketed for parking in that spot?
Parking spots that are labeled for EV Charging Station use are only for electric vehicles, and are to be used for a maximum of 2 hours at a time. Violators are subject to applicable tickets and fines.

How can I reserve to charge my car?
EV Charging Stations are available on a first come, first served basis. Check the JuicePass App for availability.

How can I reserve it for my food truck?
Food trucks must follow the Food Truck Policy located here, in order to be approved to operate in downtown Wendell.

Why is the area blocked off for a special event and I can’t charge my car?
Events are held in downtown Wendell several times a year. The EV Charging Stations will not be available during these events. Please refer to the Town of Wendell’s website (www.townofwendell.com) to view a calendar of Town-hosted or sponsored events.

Who do I contact to use it?
Please use the JuicePass App for locations and availability for use.

It isn’t working right, who do I call?
Please contact the Wendell Public Works Department at 919-365-4822 to report any issues.

Can I hook up my RV and live there a while?
No – the EV Charging Stations are not intended to supply power to vehicles used as residences and are to be used for a maximum of 2 hours at a time.