An increasing number of electric vehicles are getting manufactured as time goes by. With demands and sales rising, is there an infrastructure that supports EV charging?
Yes. The developments of electric vehicles have also included the production of EV charging to sufficiently provide for every driver and customer planning to convert. You can set up your electric car at home, work, or even in public areas.
EV charging network providers, such as EVgo, Blink, ChargePoint, Volta, Wallbox, and Electrify America, are also aiding the US in deploying as much infrastructure as possible. As reported by ABC News, these firms maintain, build, operate, or rent their tools to businesses, individuals, and governments and give subscription services to their members.
“EVgo has partnered with important retailers like Safeway, Albertsons, Whole Foods, and Kroger to put charging stations in their shopping parking lots. The company also partnered with General Motors in 2020 to build 2,700 new quick stations over the next five years.”
ABC News
Undoubtedly, the growth in sales drove the government and companies to provide availability and balance out the ratio of electric vehicles to charging stations.
Aside from that, California previously proposed a significant investment in EV infrastructure to deploy 1.2 million EV chargers by 2030.
Furthermore, the NEVI program accelerates EV charging infrastructure expansion in the US. It gives funds for operating purposes such as installation, purchases, development activities, and mapping and analysis activities.
To support the development of EV charging infrastructure, governments worldwide have implemented various policies and programs, such as tax credits, grants, and regulations. In some countries, there are also public-private partnerships that aim to expand the EV charging network.
See Also:
- Increase number of EVs in the US requires more charging stations by 2030
- EV charging stations could use as much power as a small town by 2035
- Increasing EV charging costs could encourage drivers to use fossil fuels
- Forbes Advisor Study: Which US States Have the Most EV Charging Infrastructure Per Vehicle?
- US approves first 35 State plans for EV charging infrastructure
Overall, the infrastructure to support EV charging is constantly evolving. New charging technologies and standards are developed, and more charging stations are installed to meet the increasing demand for electric vehicles.
