A charging bay is shared infrastructure
A public charging bay is useful only when drivers can take turns. Treat the session as a shared service: start when needed, monitor progress, and free the bay once you have enough range.
Fast charging is usually most efficient up to around 80%. After that, charging speed often tapers to protect the battery. At a busy site, stopping at 80% is often more considerate than waiting for 100%.
Move the car after the session ends
The most important habit is simple: do not leave the vehicle blocking a charger after charging has finished. When the app notifies you that the session is complete, return, unplug properly, and move to a regular parking bay.
One idle vehicle can make the next driver wait even though the charger is technically available.
Communicate clearly when there is a queue
If every bay is occupied, queue in order and avoid taking another driver's place. If you need to ask, keep it short and polite: whether the session is nearly done, or whether the driver can let you know when they move.
Clear signage, visible bay markings, and app-based charger status all help reduce confusion at busy charging sites.
Handle the connector with care
DC fast-charging connectors are high-power equipment. Return the connector to its holder, avoid leaving cables across traffic paths, and never pull the cable from an awkward angle.
A tidy charging area is safer for drivers, site staff, and nearby vehicles.
Editorial and verification standards
- Written by
- Starvo EV Infrastructure Editorial Team
- SPKLU research, charging technology, and driver guidance
- Technical reviewer
- Starvo Product & Charging Operations Team
- Technical, operational, and product-compliance review
Verification method
Content is checked against official sources, product specifications, and Starvo network data. Information that may change is accompanied by a source date or an explanation of its scope.
Operational data
Public operational data: 154 locations with installed chargers, 113 mapped locations, and 282 managed chargers. Snapshot 2026-07-19.
Starvo operational case study
Starvo Express Elang Laut PIK combines car and motorcycle charging at one public site. With 14 connectors listed, keeping charging bays clear and moving your vehicle after charging helps other drivers use the station.
Official sources
- SPKLU dan layanan perjalanan EV di koridor Trans JawaPT PLN (Persero)
- Akses lokasi SPKLU terdekat melalui PLN MobilePT PLN (Persero)
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