What is the difference between Mode 1, Mode 2, Mode 3 and Mode 4 charging?

Mode 1, Mode 2, Mode 3 and Mode 4 are different methods of charging electric vehicles (EVs), each with specific features and applications. Mode 1 charging involves using a standard household socket without additional communication or safety features, which is the least safe and therefore rarely recommended. Mode 2 charging uses a standard socket but incorporates an in-cable control and protection system (ICCB) that provides additional safety. Mode 3 charging is via dedicated charging stations that communicate with the vehicle to regulate the current and ensure maximum safety, mostly used at public and home charging stations. Mode 4 charging is fast charging via direct current (DC) and requires dedicated charging stations that directly feed the vehicle's battery, which is much faster than the other modes and usually found along motorways or at commercial charging points.

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