As EVs continue to gain momentum in the mainstream marketplace, convenience stores will become increasingly integral to the electric car charging revolution. Because the locations are designed for maximum accessibility and convenience, an opportunity is created for answering new and pressing demand for EV charging infrastructure. Why Convenience Stores Are Key to the EV Charging…
As electric vehicles (EVs) become increasingly popular, the infrastructure supporting them must meet higher safety standards. One of the most critical areas is fire protection for EV charging stations. Fires at these stations can result from electrical faults, battery malfunctions, or external factors, and they pose significant risks to people, property, and energy networks. This…
Introduction Have you ever worried about your electric vehicle running out of battery before reaching your destination? This common concern is known as electric vehicle (EV) range anxiety. It’s a hurdle for many potential EV owners and even seasoned drivers. In this article, we’ll explore what range anxiety is, why it happens, and practical ways…
The world is moving rapidly towards electric vehicles, but coming along with it is a new challenge: the cybersecurity of electric vehicle charging infrastructure. As more and more electric vehicle chargers will be connected to each other, depending on a continuous network, their potential for cyberattacks increases. These risks range from financial losses, service interruptions,…
Electric vehicles have surged in popularity, placing additional demands on energy systems for grid balancing and smart usage of electricity. As these demands continue to surge, innovative solutions will be necessitated in balancing energy supply, integrating renewable resources, and efficiency optimization in charging. It was therefore under these circumstances that what is called the Open…
The popularity of electric vehicles means that the demand for safe and reliable charging infrastructure has grown significantly. This is where the RCD in electric vehicle chargers comes in, which detects and prevents electrical hazards by identifying ground faults in current-carrying circuit conductors. This article will explain what a residual current device is in an…
As electric vehicles (EVs) become increasingly popular, more and more homeowners are considering installing EV chargers at home for added convenience. However, while home charging offers many benefits, the installation process is not without its challenges. In this blog, we will explore the main challenges associated with installing an EV charger at home and provide…
The EV charging infrastructure is a fast-growing industry based on a few key actors who help in building and making this industry truly work. Among them, the key players are the Charge Point Operator, popularly known as CPO, Charge Point Owner, and E-Mobility Service Provider commonly known as EMSP. They all ensure that the charging…
As electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming more popular every day, which makes having a proper charging infrastructure, like EV chargers, very important. One question that often arises is whether surge protection is necessary for EV chargers. In this article, we will explore the surge protection from the following aspects. What are the advantages of surge protection for…
