What is CHAdeMO?

CHAdeMO is a type of rapid direct current (DC) electric car charger connector which provides faster charging compared to slower alternating current (AC) charging methods such as type 1 and type 2 chargers.

Which cars use CHAdeMO?

CHAdeMO connectors can be used by most Japanese electric car manufacturers including Nissan, Mitsubishi and Toyota. Car models such as the Nissan Leaf and Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV are popular models which use this type of car charger.