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Apartment charging without a dedicated garage outlet

OldSchoolCollectorCommunity StarterFeb 6, 20262024 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual MotorNorth Jersey
I can charge at work sometimes but not at home. For people living in apartments, what combination of public charging, workplace charging and occasional fast charging has actually been practical? I'm in North Jersey. Appreciate any ideas on what to check first.
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CanyonFan50Community StarterCommunity StarterFeb 6, 2026permalink
Low-voltage gremlins will strand you even with a full pack. Try a second charger before blaming the 2024 Polestar 2 — site sharing and pack temp change the curve a lot. Then you'll know the next fork. Parts cannon is a personality type I try to avoid. Your commute and mine probably aren't the same, but the test still applies. Video is ugly but it shows the hesitation.
OldSchoolCollectorCommunity StarterCommunity StarterFeb 6, 2026permalink
Checked the easy stuff on the 2024 Polestar 2 and found one clue worth chasing before I book a shop. I'll update if anything new shows up.
TorqueMiles98Community StarterCommunity StarterFeb 7, 2026permalink
Charge curves lie if you don't match starting SOC and temp. Match starting SOC and battery temp if you're comparing 2024 Polestar 2 charge sessions. Then you'll know the next fork. Stop there until you know. I'd rather look cautious in this thread than stuck later.
PistonHauler96Community StarterCommunity StarterFeb 7, 2026permalink
I hear you, though I'd still want a second check. Leave the alerts on the 2024 Polestar 2 so service can see what you saw. That's where I'd start. The universe charges extra for guessing. Doing the boring step first on purpose.
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