CHARGING & INFRASTRUCTURE
CHARGING & INFRASTRUCTURE
Many consumers are still uncertain about EV adoption , but what if buying or leasing a new car could benefit them financially and sustainably in the future ?
The charging landscape is , ironically , a minefield . The attempt to cater to the majority of drivers is currently being directed by a traditional approach to car ownership — stopping to charge when needed , as opposed to powering their vehicles preemptively .
Residential charging solutions were some of the first to be adopted by drivers and still hold a valuable position in electrification , but many consumers are still not content enough to justify buying or leasing an EV .
So , why is residential charging not enough for drivers ? Perhaps it has something to do with a change in perspective from the traditional ICE owners to EV users .
“ Residential charging is , for most EV drivers , the starting point . If you have a typical drive cycle that is sufficient for the majority of your needs , it always depends on what your living situation is ,” says Rombout Heesterman , Lead Product Manager at EVBox . “ If you own a driveway or the capability and still install in your vicinity , that ' s ideal . Then , transitioning to an electric car is rather straightforward .
“ On the other hand , if you own a car , you want to have freedom . You want to be able to go anywhere you would like . You need forms of charging along the route or at your destination .”
62 [ March 2023 ] EVMAGAZINE . COM