Level 2 Independent

UBC Thunderbird Parkade

6085 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z3

Max power: 7.3 kW; Level 2
Charging ports: 8; J1772
Price: C$1.00/hr; Per network listing
Hours: 24/7; Open all day

UBC Thunderbird Parkade is a Level 2 station run by Independent at 6085 Thunderbird Blvd in Vancouver, BC. It has 8 charging ports with J1772 connectors and delivers up to 7.3 kw. Listed pricing is C$1.00/hr, and the site is open 24 hours a day.

How long will charging take?

Range added per hour

~39km

10% to 80%, 77 kWh battery

~8.2hours

Estimates for a typical long-range EV. Real times depend on your car's maximum charging rate, battery temperature, state of charge and whether power is shared between neighbouring stalls. How charging speed works

Connectors and compatibility

J1772

8 ports · 7 kW

The universal Level 2 AC plug in North America.

Works with: Every non-Tesla EV and plug-in hybrid. Teslas charge with the J1772 adapter that ships with the car.

Pricing

C$1.00/hr

Network listing: “$1 per hour”

Prices can vary by time of day and membership. The Independent app shows the live rate before you start.

Location and access

Address: 6085 Thunderbird Blvd
Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z3
Coordinates: 49.26112, -123.24345
Hours: 24/7Smart phone required to start charging session. Google Pay, PayPal, and Interac Debit also accepted.
Phone: 604-822-6786
On site: 24/7 Access

Questions drivers ask

How fast is UBC Thunderbird Parkade?

It is a Level 2 station delivering up to 7 kW, which adds roughly 24 miles of range per hour. It suits charging while you shop, work or stay overnight rather than a quick road-trip stop.

How much does it cost to charge at UBC Thunderbird Parkade?

Independent lists pricing as: $1 per hour. Check the Independent app for the current rate before you plug in.

What plugs does UBC Thunderbird Parkade have?

8 × J1772 (Type 1) up to 7 kW.

Is UBC Thunderbird Parkade open 24/7?

Yes, the network lists it as open 24 hours a day. Note: Smart phone required to start charging session. Google Pay, PayPal, and Interac Debit also accepted..

Source: U.S. Department of Energy Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC), station ID 145242. Last confirmed by the network on Oct 12, 2023; opened Sep 1, 2019.