Most EVs come with a cord that plugs into a regular outlet, and it's painfully slow: a few miles of range per hour. A Level 2 charger on a 240V circuit can add a full day's driving in a few hours, which is why it's the first upgrade most owners make.
Start with your panel. A Level 2 charger typically needs a dedicated 40 to 60 amp circuit. Many Miami-Dade homes already carry heavy loads from central AC, water heaters, and pool pumps, so a load calculation tells you whether your panel has room or needs an upgrade first.
Next, choose the location. The shortest practical path from the panel to your parking spot keeps costs down. For carports and driveways, the charger and connections need to be rated for outdoor use, because rain, sun, and humidity are constant here.
Decide between hardwired and plug-in. A hardwired charger is cleaner and supports higher output. A NEMA 14-50 outlet lets you swap chargers later. Either way, the breaker and wire size have to match the charger's rating exactly.
A proper install ends with a test charge, and you should see the charger deliver its full rated power. If you're planning an EV purchase, it's worth having the panel checked now so the charger is ready when the car arrives.