title：How to Schedule Charging on Kona Electric: Save Money & Time

content：Master Kona Electric’s Charging Scheduling Features

Ever wished your Kona Electric charged automatically at the cheapest times, so you don’t have to remember to plug in late at night? Or that it was pre-heated (or cooled) when you leave, without draining the battery? The Kona Electric’s charging scheduling features let you do both—and this guide will walk you through every step. After analyzing the official Kona Electric tutorial video, I’ve simplified the process to help you take full control of your charging experience.

Set Up Next Departure Charging

To ensure your Kona Electric is fully charged by your desired time, start with Next Departure scheduling. Go to the EV menu on the multimedia display’s home screen, then select Charge Management. From there, navigate to the Charging and Climate menu and tap the Settings icon for Next Departure. Use the arrows to set your departure time, then pick the days this schedule applies to. Note: Your vehicle must be plugged in long enough to complete charging by the departure time.

content：Optimize Charging With Off-Peak Rates

Many utility companies offer lower electricity rates during off-peak hours. The Kona Electric lets you leverage these savings with two options:

Prioritize Off-Peak Charging

This setting calculates the best off-peak times to start charging so your vehicle is fully charged by departure. If needed, it will charge outside off-peak hours to meet your deadline. To enable it: Go to EV menu → Charge Management → Charging and Climate → check Scheduled Charging → set off-peak times → select Prioritize Off-Peak.

Only Charge in Off-Peak Times

Choose this if you want to avoid peak rates entirely. Keep in mind: Your vehicle may not be fully charged at departure if off-peak hours aren’t long enough. To activate: Follow the same path as above, but select Only Off-Peak instead. Don’t forget to check your utility provider’s off-peak schedule first—rates and times vary by region.

content：Save Battery With Scheduled Climate Control

Scheduled climate control uses power from the charger (not your battery) to heat or cool your vehicle before departure. This way, you save battery for driving. Here’s how: Go to EV menu → Charge Management → Charging and Climate → check Scheduled Climate → tap settings. Set your desired temperature and choose whether to enable auto-defogging. Your car will be comfortable and fully charged when you leave.

content：Location-Based Charging for Home

If you want scheduled charging to only work at home (and charge immediately elsewhere), use location-based charging. Go to EV menu → Charge Management → Charging Location → Set Location. Enter your home address, check Use Location-based Charging, then select Restrict Location and tap Use. This is perfect for avoiding scheduled charging at public stations.

content：Override Schedules When Needed

Sometimes you need to charge immediately. To override your schedule: Press and hold the Scheduled Charging Deactivation Button (inside the charge port area) for at least three seconds. You can also turn scheduling on or off directly from the Charge Management screen.

content：Toolbox & Action Guide

Immediate Action Checklist

1. Set Next Departure time and days for your daily commute.
2. Configure off-peak charging preferences (Prioritize or Only Off-Peak).
3. Enable scheduled climate control to save battery.
4. Set location-based charging for your home address.
5. Practice using the deactivation button to charge immediately.

Recommended Resources

• Utility Provider Website: Check your provider’s off-peak rate details (critical for maximizing savings).
• Kona Electric Owner’s Manual: For deeper insights into charging features and troubleshooting.

content：Conclusion & Next Steps

By using these scheduling features, you can save money on electricity, ensure your Kona Electric is ready to go when you are, and extend your battery life. The key is to tailor the settings to your daily routine and utility’s rates. Which feature are you most excited to try first? Share your experience in the comments!