{"id":60914,"date":"2026-09-28T12:35:52","date_gmt":"2026-09-28T11:35:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.telpark.com\/noticias\/"},"modified":"2026-11-04T13:36:14","modified_gmt":"2026-11-04T12:36:14","slug":"how-to-charge-your-electric-car-in-a-public-car-park-a-step-by-step-guide-for-beginners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.telpark.com\/en\/movilidad\/how-to-charge-your-electric-car-in-a-public-car-park-a-step-by-step-guide-for-beginners\/","title":{"rendered":"How to charge your electric car in a public car park: a step-by-step guide for beginners"},"content":{"rendered":"<article class=\"tpk-page\">\n    <div class=\"row wrapper center-xs tpk-page__content\">\n        <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8 pt-4 pb-4\">\n            <p>You\u2019ve bought your first electric car. Or you\u2019re visiting Spain with yours and need to charge up in the city. You arrive at the car park, spot the green charging post\u2026 and stand there not quite sure what to do. Don\u2019t worry: pretty much everyone feels the same the first time round.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.telpark.com\/en\/electric-vehicle-charging\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Charging an electric<\/a><\/strong> <strong>car in a public car park<\/strong> is simpler than it looks, but it does have its quirks: <strong>different types of chargers<\/strong>, various ways to pay, rules worth knowing to avoid fines and, occasionally, small hiccups you need to know how to sort out. This guide walks you through the whole process, from parking up to unplugging and being on your way.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Before you get there: what you need to have ready\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Public charging works a lot better if you turn up prepared. You don\u2019t need everything from day one, but these items will save you time and more than a little frustration:<\/p>\n<h3>The charging cable: does the charger provide it, or do you bring your own?<\/h3>\n<p>It depends on the type of charger. On alternating current (AC) chargers \u2014 the most common in urban car parks and on-street bays \u2014 the cable usually isn\u2019t included with the charger: you need to bring your own. Your car came with a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.telpark.com\/en\/movilidad\/types-of-electric-car-chargers-a-complete-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Type 2 cable<\/a><\/strong>, which is the European standard for this kind of charging. Make sure you always keep it in the boot.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>On rapid direct current (DC) chargers \u2014 the ones you\u2019ll find on motorways and at some urban charging hubs \u2014 the cable is fixed to the charger. You just need to plug it into your vehicle\u2019s port.\u00a0<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u2705<strong> Rule of thumb: charger with a cable hanging off the side = cable included (rapid DC charging). Charger with just a socket-type connector on the column = you need to bring your own Type 2 cable (AC charging).\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>A charging app: your essential tool<\/h2>\n<p>Most public chargers in Spain require an operator app to start charging. Although the <strong>European AFIR regulation<\/strong> requires chargers over 50 kW installed since April 2024 to accept contactless bank card payment without an app, the slower chargers found in urban car parks \u2014 which are the most common in cities \u2014 still work mainly via app or QR code.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The most common operators at<strong> public car parks and charging points in Spain<\/strong> are:\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Iberdrola SmartCharge<\/strong>: one of the most widespread networks. Free app, prior registration required.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Endesa X \/ Endolla<\/strong>: strong presence in Barcelona and major cities. Its own app or web registration.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Repsol Waylet:<\/strong> integrated with petrol stations and urban car parks.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Zunder:<\/strong> an expanding network with high-power chargers. Its own app.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ionity<\/strong>: mainly on motorways. Its own app, also accepts card payment.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Electromaps<\/strong>: an aggregator app that pulls together several networks and lets you activate chargers from different operators from a single app.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Plugshare<\/strong>: a location and community app, very handy for finding and checking the status of nearby chargers.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\ud83d\udca1<strong> Tip for beginners: before your first long trip, install at least two operator apps plus Plugshare or Electromaps. Add your payment card in advance so you don\u2019t have to do it at the car park. You\u2019ll find these easily in the app stores on both Android and iOS.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/article>\n\n\n\n<section\n        class=\"tpk-banner-cta tpk-banner-cta--background   negative\"\n        style=\"background-color:#ffffff; --bg-picture: url('https:\/\/www.telpark.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/man-charging-electric-car-by-house-Edited.jpg'); --bg-size: cover; --bg-position: center center;\">\n    \n        \n    <div class=\"tpk-banner-cta__content row wrapper middle-xs reverse\">\n        \n                    <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-md-6 tpk-banner-cta__content__text\">\n                \n                                            <header class=\"tpk-head  wrapper\">\n    <p class=\"tpk-head__caption\">Discover the service and its benefits<\/p>    <h2 class=\"tpk-head__title\" style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Charge your electric vehicle with Telpark<\/h2>    <p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">Plug in your vehicle at Telpark car parks and start and manage your charging session directly through the app.<\/p>\n<\/header>                \n                                    <div class=\"tpk-banner-cta__buttons\">\n                                                                                <a  class=\"tpk-button tpk-button--tertiary tpk-button--lg \" href=\"https:\/\/go.telpark.com\/electric_vehicle?ecid=eb9051265ee5b8063d1c70f0608d44d7&amp;rt=true&amp;aw=720&amp;utm_source=movilidad&amp;utm_medium=banner&amp;utm_campaign=movilidad_ev_en\"     target=\"_blank\" >\n    <span>Start charging with Telpark<\/span>\n    <\/a>                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    \n    <\/section>\n\n<article class=\"tpk-page\">\n    <div class=\"row wrapper center-xs tpk-page__content\">\n        <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8 pt-4 pb-4\">\n            <h2>What you should know about your own car\u00a0<\/h2>\n<p>Every electric car has its own charging specifications. Knowing them in advance saves you nasty surprises:\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Maximum AC charging power<\/strong>: the speed at which your car accepts alternating current charging. Many popular cars have a limit of 7.4 kW or 11 kW on AC, even if the charger itself can offer more.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Maximum DC charging power<\/strong>: the speed on rapid charging. This can range from 50 kW on more affordable cars up to 150\u2013350 kW on premium models.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Connector type:<\/strong> Type 2 for AC (all modern European cars) and CCS Combo 2 for rapid DC (the current European standard). Some older models use CHAdeMO. Check your vehicle\u2019s manual or spec sheet.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Current range and battery level<\/strong>: plan your charging stop for when you\u2019re between 20% and 80% battery. Charging within that range is faster and helps prolong battery life. \u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>How to start and finish charging: step by step<\/h4>\n<p>The process varies slightly depending on the operator and the type of charger, but the general flow is always the same. Here it is, broken down:\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>STEP 1 \u2014 Find the charging bay and park correctly\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Electric charging bays in car parks are marked with the electric vehicle pictogram (a car with a cable) on the ground, usually in green or blue. Make sure the charging post is accessible from the side of your car where the charging port is \u2014 check your manual if you\u2019re not sure.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Once parked, don\u2019t let your cable spill over into neighbouring bays. Also check the charger isn\u2019t out of order: most show a status light (green = available, red or amber = in use or faulty).\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>STEP 2 \u2014 Identify the operator and open their app\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>On the charging column you\u2019ll find the operator\u2019s logo and, usually, a QR code. If you already have the app installed and your payment method set up, open it and find the charger by its ID number (shown on the column) or scan the QR code directly from the app.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>If you don\u2019t have the operator\u2019s app, scan the QR code with your phone\u2019s camera: in many cases this will take you straight to a website where you can start charging and pay without downloading anything. On chargers over 50 kW installed since April 2024, you can also pay directly by bank card at the charger\u2019s terminal.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>STEP 3 \u2014 Connect the cable to your vehicle\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Before connecting, make sure your car\u2019s charging port is open (on most cars this is done via the central screen, the key fob or a button on the side of the vehicle). Push the connector in firmly until you hear or feel it click into place. If the charger has its own cable (rapid DC), take the charger\u2019s connector and plug it into your car\u2019s port.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>On AC chargers where you bring your own cable, connect one end to the charger first and then to the car, or the other way round depending on the model. Check the instructions on the post if you\u2019re unsure.<\/p>\n<p><strong>STEP 4 \u2014 Authorise and start the charging session\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>From the app or the charger\u2019s payment terminal, select the relevant charging point and start the session. Confirm the payment start if prompted. On chargers with a card reader, tap your card or enter your PIN.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll know charging has started properly when: the charger\u2019s light turns green or blue, your car\u2019s screen or dashboard shows it\u2019s charging, and the app confirms the session has started along with the power it\u2019s receiving.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>STEP 5 \u2014 Wait and manage your time\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Once charging has started, you can head off with peace of mind. Many apps will notify you when charging reaches the percentage you\u2019ve set, or when it\u2019s finished. Use the time to run errands, grab a bite, or take a break.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Respect the maximum time shown on the car park\u2019s signage. If the bay has a time limit (common in urban car parks to keep spaces turning over), make sure you move your car before it expires. Going over the stated time can mean a fine of \u20ac90.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>STEP 6 \u2014 Finish charging and disconnect properly\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve reached the battery level you want, or when time requires it, stop the session in the app before unplugging the cable. On most chargers, the correct sequence is: end session in the app \u2192 the charger releases the connector lock \u2192 remove the cable.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>On electric cars, the connector usually stays locked while charging to prevent accidental disconnection. If you try to pull the cable out without having ended the session, it won\u2019t come free. Never force the connector. Always end the session in the app first.\u00a0<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u2705 <strong>Summary of the correct sequence: Park \u2192 Open charging port \u2192 Connect cable \u2192 Start session in app \u2192 Charging active \u2192 End session in app \u2192 Disconnect cable \u2192 Move the car if the bay has a time limit.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2>How to pay for electric charging\u00a0<\/h2>\n<p>Paying for public charging in Spain is one of the things that most confuses first-time drivers, because there\u2019s no single system. Depending on the charger and the operator, you\u2019ll find different options.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3>Available payment methods\u00a0<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Operator app with a linked credit\/debit card:<\/strong> the most widespread method today. You register your card once in the app and each session is charged automatically. Works on chargers of any power.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Direct bank card payment at the terminal:<\/strong> available on chargers over 50 kW installed since April 2024, as required by the European AFIR Regulation. No app, no prior registration: just tap or insert your card and authorise payment. Also accepts Apple Pay and Google Pay. Chargers of this power installed before April 2024 have until January 2027 to comply.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>QR code with web payment<\/strong>: many chargers under 50 kW offer a QR code that takes you to an online payment page. You don\u2019t need the operator\u2019s app installed, though you will need a bank card to pay.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Operator RFID card<\/strong>: a physical card you tap on the charger to identify yourself and activate charging. Handy for regular users of the same network. You request it by registering on the operator\u2019s website or app.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Subscription or monthly plan:<\/strong> some operators offer subscription plans with included kWh or reduced rates for frequent users. Worth considering if you use the same network a lot.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\ud83d\udca1<strong> For first-time drivers: start with the operator app and a linked card. It\u2019s the most universal method and works on virtually any charger, whatever the power. Once you have a better sense of which networks you use most, it\u2019s worth weighing up whether a subscription pays off.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/article>\n\n\n<section class=\"tpk-banner-app  electric \" style=\"background-color: #ffffff\" >\n    <div class=\"row wrapper middle-xs\">\n        <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6 col-no-gutter tpk-banner-app__picture\">\n                                                    <picture class=\"hide-xs show-sm\">\n\n        \n                             <source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.telpark.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/EV-PT-ES.png\" media=\"(min-width: 30rem) and (max-width: 64rem)\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\">\n                            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.telpark.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/EV-PT-ES.png\" media=\"(min-width: 64rem)\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\">\n        \n        \n                                                                                  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            <\/li>\n                                            <li>\n                                                            <span class=\"icon icon-flecha-circulo-derecha icon--lg\">\n                                <\/span>\n                                                                                        <p><strong>2.<\/strong> Select <strong>\"<a href=\"https:\/\/go.telpark.com\/electric_vehicle?ecid=ad0a53bb1f39f605a25a91f328020eae&amp;rt=true&amp;aw=720&amp;utm_source=movilidad&amp;utm_medium=text&amp;utm_campaign=movilidad_ev_en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Electric Vehicle<\/a>\"<\/strong> in the Telpark app and click the <strong>\"Start charging\"<\/strong> button on the map.<\/p>\n                                                    <\/li>\n                                            <li>\n                                                            <span class=\"icon icon-flecha-circulo-derecha icon--lg\">\n                                <\/span>\n                                                                                        <p><strong>3.<\/strong> Enter the 4-digit charger number that you can find under the <strong>\"Punto de recarga\"<\/strong> sign and then click Start.<\/p>\n                                                    <\/li>\n                                            <li>\n                                                            <span class=\"icon icon-flecha-circulo-derecha icon--lg\">\n                                <\/span>\n                                                                                        <p><strong>4.<\/strong> Click <strong>\"Stop\"<\/strong> to finish charging.<\/p>\n                                                    <\/li>\n                                    <\/ul>\n                        <div class=\"tpk-banner-app__buttons\">\n                                                                                                                                                <a 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                                                                                              <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<article class=\"tpk-page\">\n    <div class=\"row wrapper center-xs tpk-page__content\">\n        <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8 pt-4 pb-4\">\n            <h3><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Indicative prices in 2026<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The price of public charging varies by operator, charger power and location. These are the average ranges in Spain in 2026:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:180,&quot;335559739&quot;:180}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table data-tablestyle=\"MsoNormalTable\" data-tablelook=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Charging type\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Power\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Price\/kWh\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Typical use\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Slow \/ Semi-fast\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">up to 22 kW\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\">\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u20ac0.30\u20130.45<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Urban car parks, shopping centres, hotels\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fast\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">50\u2013150 kW\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\">\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u20ac0.45\u20130.60\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Charging hubs, motorway service areas\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ultra-fast\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&gt; 150 kW\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\">\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u20ac0.60\u20130.80<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Motorway corridors, premium sites<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Some operators combine a per-kWh price with an occupancy fee (charged per minute), especially on fast chargers, to stop vehicles from hogging the bay once the battery\u2019s already at 100%. The price per session and any occupancy fee must be clearly displayed before you start the session, as required under the AFIR Regulation.\u00a0<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\ud83d\udca1<strong>Trick to pay less: at shopping centre, supermarket or restaurant car parks, it\u2019s common to find free or discounted charging as a customer perk. Before paying at a street-side charging hub, check whether a nearby car park offers included or discounted charging instead.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2>Rules you need to follow: avoid unnecessary fines\u00a0<\/h2>\n<p>Electric charging bays come with their own rules, and not following them has real financial consequences. Here are the most important ones:\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t occupy the bay without charging:<\/strong> even if your car is electric, if you park in a charging bay without plugging it in, you\u2019re committing a serious offence. The fine is \u20ac200, plus possible towing. This also applies to conventional hybrids with no plug (HEVs), and to petrol or diesel cars.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Respect the maximum time shown<\/strong>: many urban car parks limit how long you can use a charging point to keep spaces turning over. The limit is shown on the vertical sign next to the charger. Going over it can mean a \u20ac90 fine. Set an alarm on your phone if you need to.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Disconnect and free up the bay as soon as you\u2019re done<\/strong>: once charging is complete, the right thing to do is unplug and move your car so other drivers can use the bay. Leaving your car plugged in for hours after charging has finished ties up a scarce resource, and in private car parks can lead to operator penalties.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t use charging bays to park without charging<\/strong>: even if you have no intention of charging right then, don\u2019t park in a charging bay \u201cbecause it was free\u201d. These bays are reserved exclusively for vehicles actively charging.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u26a0\ufe0f These fines only apply in bays with official traffic signage (sign S-17 or R-307\/R-308). In private car parks without this signage \u2014 some shopping centres, for example \u2014 infringements are handled internally by the car park operator rather than as traffic fines, though they can still lead to financial penalties.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2>What to do if something goes wrong: troubleshooting\u00a0<\/h2>\n<p>Spain\u2019s public charging network is still very much developing, and technical issues do happen. Knowing how to react keeps you calm and, in most cases, sorts the situation out within minutes.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3>Common problems and how to fix them\u00a0<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The charger isn\u2019t responding, or the app can\u2019t detect it:<\/strong> first check the charger isn\u2019t faulty (a solid red light or an error message on the screen). If it\u2019s available, close and reopen the app. If it persists, try scanning the charger\u2019s QR code instead of searching by number. If the problem continues, the charger may be out of service: call the support number shown on the side of the column.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>The cable won\u2019t click in or lock:<\/strong> make sure your car\u2019s port is fully open. On some models, the port won\u2019t open if the car is in gear or in driving mode. Put the car in Park or switch it off before trying again.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Charging has started but the car isn\u2019t receiving power:<\/strong> check your car\u2019s screen to see if the charging icon is active. If it isn\u2019t, end the session in the app, disconnect the cable and try again. On some chargers, there\u2019s a 1\u20132 minute delay before the power flow kicks in.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>The app won\u2019t let you start the session:<\/strong> this could be a mobile signal issue at the car park (common in basements). Head up to street level to complete the sign-in and then go back to your car: on many chargers, once the session has started with signal, charging continues even if you lose connection.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>The connector is locked and won\u2019t disconnect:<\/strong> make sure you\u2019ve ended the session in the app before trying to unplug. If the app says the session has ended but the connector is still locked, wait 30 seconds and try again. If it persists, call the operator\u2019s support line.\u00a0\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>How to get help\u00a0<\/h3>\n<p>All public chargers in Spain must have a user support phone number visible on the column, as required by law. This is your first point of contact for any issue. In addition:\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Support phone number on the charger:<\/strong> look on the side of the column. This is usually the operator\u2019s customer service number, generally available 24 hours a day.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Support in the operator\u2019s app<\/strong>: most apps include a \u201cHelp\u201d or \u201cSupport\u201d section where you can report issues, chat with an agent or request a refund for a failed session.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Plugshare community:<\/strong> if you spot a faulty charger, you can report it on Plugshare to warn other drivers. You can also check other users\u2019 recent comments to see whether the charger was working well recently.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Formal complaint to the operator<\/strong>: if you\u2019ve paid for a session that didn\u2019t complete correctly, you\u2019re entitled to request a refund. Always keep the receipt or session history from the app as proof.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u2705<strong> Tip for visitors to Spain: if you have any language difficulties, most of the major operators (Iberdrola, Endesa, Ionity, Zunder) offer English-language support by phone or chat. Ionity, being a pan-European network, offers support in several languages as standard.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a charging point in the city with guaranteed parking, no hunting around, and all the official signage in order, Telpark car parks with electric charging are your best bet. You can park and charge at the same time while you run errands, work or grab a bite nearby, without worrying about moving the car the moment charging finishes, as long as the bay has no time limit.\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Official signage and clearly marked bays:<\/strong> painted in an identifying colour with the electric vehicle pictogram on the ground and vertical signage in line with DGT regulations. No confusion, no surprises.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Charging available while you park:<\/strong> make the most of your normal parking time to charge without going out of your way or hunting for additional charging hubs.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Support on hand:<\/strong> if you have any questions or issues while charging at a Telpark car park, our customer support team is there to help.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Network across Spain\u2019s major cities<\/strong>: available in Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, M\u00e1laga, Bilbao and other cities, with the network and number of charging points continuing to grow.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/article>\n\n\n<section class=\"tpk-banner-cta tpk-banner-cta--half   electric\"\n         style=\"                 \">\n    <div class=\"tpk-banner-cta--half__picture\">\n                                        <picture >\n\n        \n                    <source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.telpark.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Diseno-sin-titulo-2-460x520.png\" media=\"((min-width: 0rem) and (max-width: 30rem))\" width=\"460\" height=\"520\">\n                             <source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.telpark.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Diseno-sin-titulo-2-520x520.png\" media=\"(min-width: 30rem) and (max-width: 64rem)\" width=\"520\" height=\"520\">\n                            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.telpark.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Diseno-sin-titulo-2.png\" media=\"(min-width: 64rem)\" width=\"774\" height=\"730\">\n        \n        \n                                                                                                        \n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.telpark.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Diseno-sin-titulo-2.png\" alt=\"\"  width=\"774\" height=\"730\"  loading=\"lazy\" >\n    <\/picture>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"tpk-banner-cta__content row wrapper middle-xs\">\n        <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-md-6 tpk-banner-cta__content__text\">\n                        <header class=\"tpk-head  wrapper\">\n    <p class=\"tpk-head__caption\">EV CHARGING<\/p>    <h2 class=\"tpk-head__title\">Park, charge and make the most of your day!<\/h2>    <p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">Make the most of your parking time by charging your electric vehicle directly through the Telpark app.<\/p>\n<\/header>            <div class=\"tpk-banner-cta__buttons\">\n                                                        <a  class=\"tpk-button tpk-button--tertiary tpk-button--lg \" href=\"https:\/\/go.telpark.com\/electric_vehicle?ecid=eb9051265ee5b8063d1c70f0608d44d7&amp;rt=true&amp;aw=720&amp;utm_source=movilidad&amp;utm_medium=banner&amp;utm_campaign=movilidad_ev_en\"     >\n    <span>Charge with Telpark<\/span>\n    <\/a>                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":2103,"featured_media":60910,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[12],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v20.12 - 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