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Four Benefits of EV Charging for Hospitality
EVs are reaching the mass market, and drivers expect to be able to charge their cars wherever they go. In fact, over 2.3 million electric cars were sold worldwide in the first quarter of 2023, a 25% increase from the same period in 2022, and the International Energy Agency currently expects 14 million global EV sales by the end of the year. EV sales are trending upward, which means that more and more drivers are going to be showing up to hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts, and other locations expecting to charge their vehicles as they recharge themselves. Now is the time to install EV chargers. Here are four reasons why hospitality locations should invest in EV charging infrastructure.
EV charging helps you attract more guests
Just over 26% of hotels in the US provide EV charging, according to the 2022 Green Lodging Trends US Market Report. And while that statistic means that 26% of hotels are planning for guest needs, it also means that nearly 74% of hotels are not providing EV charging yet! If you own or manage a hotel or resort, you can use EV charging stations to stand out from the competition and attract EV drivers who need this amenity.
Drivers who own or rent EVs want to be able to charge those vehicles while they are staying at a hotel. That’s because, while most drivers charge overnight at home, EV charging stations are more difficult to find while traveling cross-country. Hotels and motels that provide easy-to-use Level 2 chargers will benefit the most from this increased demand for EV charging.Use the online to find EV charging stations nearby.
Popular driver apps and servicesnow list charger locations, directions, and pricing when drivers are looking for a place to charge, and 9 of the top 14 travel booking sites include filters for EV charging. Now, not having EV charging stations at your hotel or resort means missing out on potential guests.
EV charging helps you generate additional revenue
EV charging is an additional perk for guests that can be monetized. You may include EV charging as an amenity charged to the room, or you can install Level 2 EV chargers with various payment options to bill drivers for their actual energy used.
When you install EV chargers with fiverevse Charging, your chargers will be added to the fiverevseNetwork, where you can view usage reports and have full control over your chargers, like setting the prices. In addition, you even can set one price for guests or rewards members and a higher price for public users.
EV charging helps you become a sustainable leader
The Green Lodging Trends report shows that sustainability plays a key role in the hospitality industry. For example, over 80% of all US hotels plan and implement energy reduction initiatives, nearly 99% of hotels have implemented energy efficiency measures in the past three years, and almost half of all hotels are opting for more energy efficient LED lighting.
Energy efficiency and sustainable sourcing have become many businesses’ first step into sustainability, and providing EV charging infrastructure to guests is an obvious next step for hotels and resorts. This is especially true considering the high EV sales and recent surveys showing that more and more consumers are choosing to support businesses that have a sustainability mindset.
In addition to attracting more guests, installing EV chargers can help hotels earn LEED points or carbon credits as part of a corporate sustainability program.
EV charging helps you differentiate your business from the competition
The Green Lodging Trends report shows that there is much opportunity for forward-thinking hospitality businesses to use EV charging equipment to differentiate themselves from the competition. For example, while nearly 60% of full-service hotels have EV chargers, only about 20% of limited-service hotels have them. And the number of hotels located along highways and small metro and town areas that have EV charging equipment is below 20%.
Especially considering how many travelers with EVs travel via highway, it just makes sense to accommodate EVs with charging facilities, especially if your hotel is the only one in the region that does so.
Even in the top three metropolitan areas for hotels that provide EV charging, there is a lot of opportunity. In San Jose, the city with the most hotels that have EV charging ports, only 66% of hotels in the city offer chargers for guests. Albany, NY with 56.8%, and Portland, OR with 56.3% round out the top three cities for EV charging at hotels.
Even in popular charging destinations, EV charging stations can help differentiate your hotel from those that have not yet upgraded their parking. Guests will come to expect EV charging at hotels and resorts, so not offering this amenity can make your location stand out in a bad way. The sooner you opt to install chargers, the more benefits you will see from being a hotel that provides them.
Which are the best EV chargers for hospitality locations?
For hotels that want to provide charging for overnight stays, Level 2 chargers are the way to go. These chargers can typically charge a vehicle in four to eight hours while guests sleep.
The fiverevse Series 8 is the perfect Level 2 charging station for businesses like hotels that serve many public users every day. This dual-port charger can charge two EVs at once with up to 19.2kW to the vehicle. Drivers can pay via Mobile App or a credit card reader, making it easier for your hotel to bill drivers for their energy usage.
If your hotel or resort also offers valet parking or offers a conference center, you may have guests who would like a faster charge. Direct current fast chargers (DCFCs) can charge vehicles in under an hour and are perfect for businesses with a shorter dwell time. Fiverevse has a range of direct current chargers like our Series 9 or our 60kW-180kW free-standing DCFCs to support this faster charging.
Funding help for charger installation
There are a number of tax incentives and funding opportunities for businesses that want to install EV chargers, especially if those businesses are in underserved areas.
The two major programs are the Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Tax Credit and the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program. The federal tax credit will provide qualifying businesses located in certain census tracts with up to 30% per station. NEVI, on the other hand, will provide four DC fast chargers to businesses located within 1 mile of a designated Alternative Fuel Corridor. There are also numerous state and local funding programs that you can search using Fiverevse’s Commercial Incentives search tool.
Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Tax Credit versus the NEVI Program. The tax credit is worth 6% up to $100,000 per station, and businesses must be located in specific census tracts. Businesses must also meet wage and apprenticeship requirements to receive a bonus credit. For the NEVI program, businesses can get four DC fast chargers at $0, and must be located within 1 mile of a designated highway.
Getting started
Whether you’re new to EVs or manage one of the many hotels that have already added a few charging stations, Fiverevse is here to help you navigate the new world of EV charging. Ready to get started with your EV charging installation? Contact the Fiverevse team today for your quote.
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How To Buy Your First EV Charger
So you’ve just bought your first electric vehicle? Congratulations! Electric Vehicles (EVs) are fun to drive, great for the environment and incredibly easy to operate. So what’s the next step?
The next step is usually figuring out how to charge the new car and most importantly, how to charge your electric car at home. You will need to set-up your Electric Vehicle Service Equipment (EVSE). EVSE is infrastructure that supplies your EV with electric power. They work seamlessly with both BEV (Battery Electric Vehicles) and PHEV (Plug in Hybrid Electric Vehicles).
Technically, EV chargers are built into the car. An EVSE supplies power from your home’s grid into your vehicle’s built in charger which in turn, chargers your vehicle, and keep both vehicle and home safe, and the EV charger communicates with the EV such as when it’s plugged in properly and safe to charge.
Depending on the make/model of their EV, most consumers either charge their vehicle using Level 1 charging or Level 2 charging. Level 1’s don’t require any special installation due to the fact that they work with standard household outlets. This is by far the cheapest option because most EVs come with a Level 1 charger.
However, Level 1 charging is by far the slowest most impractical method of charging your vehicle, sometimes taking up to a full day to completely charge your vehicle. Most people would like to have the option of a quicker charging solution. Since the majority of EV charging is done at home, owning good quality efficient EVSE is of utter importance. Which is why Level 2 charging is highly recommended. Level 2 EVSE has the ability to charge your vehicle at 240v, which can charge your most electric vehicles in under 4 hours VS, a full day or more with a level 1 charger.
Prior to purchasing an EVSE, it’s important to consider the layout of your house, garage and where your vehicle will be parked. The next step is choosing the right one that suites the make/model of your vehicle. The higher the charging amperage, generally the faster it will charge, and different EVs can charge at different speeds. As EVs and batteries get upgraded, getting an EV charging station with the most available amperage is a great choice as your EV charger will be ready to maximize the charging speed in the future. And don’t worry, the car will only take the power it can from a Level 2 charger, so even if it will charge slower than another vehicle may, it will still charge as fast as it’s able to based on maximum available amperage. Using a Level 1 for a PHEV may work for some, however if you’d prefer a Level 2, purchasing EVSE with lower amperage will do just fine, it may just charge the vehicle more slowly, depending on the EV.
Level 2 EVSEs can either be hardwired or plugged in via a 240v outlet. Our certified licensed electricians will install your EVSE in the location of your choosing and will help you with all details, including determining if your existing electrical panel has enough available power to handle your new EV charger. When deciding whether to hardwire you Level 2 charger or get a plug in model, it’s important to take the portability factor into consideration and to decide if this is something you need. The plug-in Level 2 EVSE is often connected to the grid via a NEMA 14-50 plug.
If you don’t already have something like this near or around your house or where you park your vehicle, it’s an essential part of the process for an electrician to install one. Depending on where you park your car, you may want to have an electrician install a few NEMA 14-50s so you can have flexibility on where you’re able to charge up. Depending on the layout of your home, having a few available outlets, say your driveway and garage could be an optimal option. This coupled with a portable Level 2 charger would allow for maximum flexibility. While Level 2s are more expensive and require installation they’re extremely practical, efficient and incredibly easy to use. Once installed, all you need to do is plug it every night or when your vehicle is not in use for a fully charged vehicle in the morning.
If you need a faster charge than Level 2, you may want to consider a Level 3 charger. A level 3 charger also known as “DC Fast Charging”. Level 3 EVSE supplies 480v, twice as many volts as Level 2, directly to the Electric Vehicle. DC Fast Charging is extremely quick and efficient. Depending on the model/make of your vehicle it can provide a full charge in about 30 minutes. Currently, Level 3s are impractical for consumers because they’re very expensive and many homes can’t support the extra amperage needed with their existing electrical panels. But if you own a business with a parking lot, you should consider Level 3 as a great amenity for customers.
Fiver New Energy Technology Co.,ltd Specializing in Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger and EVSE Infrastructure solution. It was established because of the growing popularity of EV, especially for the development of our future green city with the convenience of smart mobility. We share the vision of China Government to transition the town to smart city by building up the manageable, interoperable and sustainable smart charger infrastructure.
Founded in 2013 by enthusiasts in the Electric Vehicle Charger technology, FIVER has successfully developed its own total solution of EV Charging Infrastructure and is now providing full range of ac/dc chargers with different standards and output power up to 350kW, mobile apps, local controller, cloud based “management & control” & payment platform, power load management solution and etc.
The product has passed all of the type test requirements of IEC 61851-1 & IEC 62192. The company provides services cover design, installation, testing, commissioning, operation and after-sales maintenance with various business models including equipment supply and install, system integration and service provision with various different service packages. Browse our website for more details https://www.fiverevse.com/product.html.
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What Is White-label EV Charging? Building Your Branded EV Charging Station
When the EV Connect Network was launched in 2012, it was a grind. We painstakingly built our foundation, taking five years to deploy our first thousand stations. But as our momentum grew, we added three thousand more within the next two years. Back then, there was no off-the-shelf EV charging network platform, which slowed us down considerably.
Today, with the evolution of the EV landscape, businesses have a golden opportunity. Instead of reinventing the wheel, you can now leverage white-label solutions, blending the benefits of customization and efficiency, and perhaps scaling even faster than we did.
What is White Label EV Charging?
White Label EV Charging refers to the practice of using another company’s established electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure and branding it as your own. Instead of starting from scratch and investing in the development, deployment, and management of your own network, you simply use the “white-label” solution and customize it to fit your brand’s identity and requirements. It’s similar to private-labeling a product where the manufacturer allows retailers to brand it as their own.
Benefits of White Label Charging Network
Faster Time to Launch Network
One of the key benefits of opting for a white-label EV charging solution is the speed of deployment. Since you don’t have to build and manage apps from scratch, the time taken to launch your charging network is drastically reduced. Moreover, with white-label solutions, you can instantly leverage roaming capabilities, making your network instantly attractive to drivers.
Reduced Costs in Personnel
Building your own network involves significant development costs, not to mention the need to maintain a technical team to manage and troubleshoot issues. With a white-label solution, these overheads are eliminated or substantially reduced.
Fully Branded Network Builds Brand Equity
With a white-label solution, every touchpoint, from the charging station itself to the user interface of the app, can be customized to reflect your brand identity. This enhances your brand’s visibility and credibility among users, reinforcing trust and loyalty.
Integrating EV Charging into Brand Experience for Companies with Multiple Locations
For businesses with multiple physical locations, white-label EV charging can seamlessly fit into the brand’s overarching experience. Whether you run a chain of hotels, retail stores, or any other business with multiple sites, integrating branded EV charging stations can provide added value to your customers and serve as a unique selling proposition.
EV Connect’s Branded Network Solution
EV Connect’s Branded solution stands out in the market for a variety of reasons:
Open Network with Hardware Flexibility
Our open network approach allows you to choose from dozens of certified and tested hardware models, ensuring compatibility and ease of deployment.
Comprehensive Services
Beyond just offering a white-label platform, EV Connect ensures a comprehensive service offering, including a branded 24/7 call center. The importance of a reliable call center cannot be overstated when it comes to driver satisfaction and resolving potential issues.
Industry-leading Support and Turnkey Installation
With EV Connect, you’re not just getting a software solution. Their team offers industry-leading support and turnkey installation options, ensuring that the deployment of your branded EV charging stations is smooth and hassle-free.
Take the Next Step with EV Connect
If you’re considering integrating EV charging into your brand or business, there’s never been a better time. Explore the potential of white-label solutions and discover the benefits they can bring. Dive deeper and learn how our white-label solution can work for you. Visit EV Connect to learn more.
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Demand For Electric Vehicle Chargers Is Rising
Imagine the money savings if you never had to fill up your gas tank again. This is one of the prime advantages of an electric vehicle. However, this great convenience comes with two major drawbacks: an inability to travel long distances and long charging times. Even though public stations refill your battery at a much quicker rate than those designed for private use, many people find installing Electric Vehicle Chargers at home and plugging in overnight is more convenient. Although a majority of rechargeable car owners will charge at their homes, public charging stations can actually increase a car’s daily travel range by allowing drivers to power up during working hours. In order for fleet drivers and consumers to effectively charge in public, these facilities must be integrated and consider the typical driving habits of daily commuters.
To bolster the EV market, workplaces and public destinations will need to implement Electric Vehicle Chargers. Recently, a proposal was filed in California to build 25,000 of these service areas across northern and central California. Residential customers would only pay 70 cents per month to cover the costs of this program from 2018 to 2022. If approved, this will certainly be the largest deployment in the country. California currently leads the market for plug-in cars, housing 6,000 stations. Charging times vary, depending on the type of battery, how much energy it holds, and how depleted it is. Charging time can range from 15 minutes to hours, all dependent upon these factors.
Currently, the U.S. Department of Energy is implementing programs and projects nationwide to deploy workplace and other infrastructure charging stations. They realize these should be located in areas of highly concentrated vehicles where the vehicles remain parked for long periods of time, such as parking garages, hotels, shopping centers, airports, and businesses. The potential to allow drivers to boost their batteries while at work could double their daily feasible commuting range. The downside to this option is that doing this during peak hours could increase electricity demand, leading to higher electricity bills for the facility managers.
For corporations electing to incorporate electrical vehicles into their fleet operations, consideration must be taken when planning for these. Driving routes and availability of off-site public charging stations are all factors to consider when deciding upon the amount, location, and types of Electric Vehicle Chargers. These businesses can work together with city planners, installers, and utility companies to determine the best locations. Zoning, code enforcements, and local parking ordinances all play individual roles in promoting EV-readiness in our communities.
Until public charging is widely accepted, here are a few tips for getting around in your rechargeable vehicle.
– Before embarking on your route, utilize a free finding tool to locate networks along your way so you are fully prepared should you need to recharge.
– There are currently about 2,000 free stations across the country. You can locate these using location tools as well.
– Some services use the term “station” loosely, identifying an individual charger as a station. This location will only have the capacity to charge one car at a time. Ensure you are prepared to move on to the next locale in the event this single spot is taken.
If you are interested in electric vehicle (ev) charger manufacturers. To learn more about options for Electric Vehicle Chargers, visit https://fiverevse.com/.
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There Are Many Different Types of Charging Plugs/Connectors, How to Choose a Suitable One for Your Car
There are many reasons to consider switching from a gasoline-powered car, to one that’s powered by electricity. Electric vehicles are quieter, cost less to operate and produce far fewer total emissions well to wheel. However, not all electric cars and plugs are created equal. In particular, the EV Charging Connector or plug type standard varies across geographies and models. While there is contention around universal plug technology, there is critical mass from global automakers supporting the Combined Charging System (CCS) in North America and Europe, while Japan and its automakers use CHAdeMO, and China, which has the world’s largest electric vehicle market uses GB/T.
Also, depending on the plug type within each region, there are different levels of power available. We will zero in on all these differences and other relevant information regarding charging electric vehicles below.
North American EV Plug Standards
In North America, every electric vehicle manufacturer (except Tesla) uses the SAE J1772 connector, also known as the J-plug, for Level 1 (120 volt) and Level 2 (240 volt) charging. Tesla provides a Tesla charger adapter cable with every car they sell that allows their cars to use charging stations that have a J1772 connector. This means that every electric vehicle sold in North America can use any charging station that comes with the standard J1772 connector.
That’s important to know because every non-Tesla level 1 or level 2 charging station sold in North America utilizes the J1772 connector. For example, all of our type 1 charging products use the standard J1772 connector. However, Tesla vehicles can charge on any JuiceBox charging station, by using the adapter cable that Tesla includes with the car. Tesla makes their own charging stations, that use a proprietary Tesla connector, and EVs from other brands cannot use them unless they purchase an adapter.
This might seem a little confusing, but one way to look at it is any electric vehicle you buy today can use a charging station that has a J1772 connector, and every level 1 or level 2 charging station available today uses the J1772 connector, except those made by Tesla.
DC Fast Charge EV Plug Standards in North America
It’s a little more complicated for DC Fast Charging, which is high-speed EV charging that is only available in public areas, most frequently along major freeways where long-distance travel is common. DC fast chargers aren’t available for at home charging, as the electricity requirements are usually not available in residential buildings. Also, it’s not recommended to use DC Fast Charging stations more than once or twice a week, because the high rate of recharging can adversely affect the lifespan of an electric car’s battery if done too often.
DC fast chargers use 480 volts and can recharge an electric vehicle faster than your standard charging unit, in as little as 20 minutes, thus allowing for convenient long-distance EV travel, without the concern of running out of electricity. Unfortunately, instead of only two different connectors, as used in level 1 and level 2 charging (J1772 and Tesla), DC Fast Chargers use three different types of connectors.
CCS (Combined Charging System): The CCS connector uses the J1772 charging inlet, and adds two more pins below. It “combines” the J1772 connector with the high speed charging pins, which is how it got its name. CCS is the accepted standard in North America, and was developed and endorsed by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE). Just about every automaker today has agreed to use the CCS standard in North America, including: General Motors (all divisions), Ford, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, BMW, Mercedes, Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, Honda, Kia, Fiat, Hyundai, Volvo, smart, MINI, Jaguar Land Rover, Bentley, Rolls Royce and others.
CHAdeMO:CHAdeMo was developed by the Japanese utility Tepco. It is the official standard in Japan, and virtually all DC fast chargers in Japan use a CHAdeMO connector. It’s different in North America, where the only manufacturers currently selling electric vehicles that use the CHAdeMO connector are Nissan and Mitsubishi. The Nissan LEAF and the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV are the only electric vehicles that use the CHAdeMO EV Charging Connector type. In 2018, Kia abandoned CHAdeMO and now offers CCS. Unlike the CCS system, CHAdeMO connectors do not share part of the connector with the J1772 inlet, so they require an additional ChadeMO inlet on the car. This necessitates a larger charge port area, to accommodate two separate charging sockets.
Tesla: Tesla uses the same connector for level 1, level 2 and DC fast charge. It’s a proprietary Tesla connector that accepts all voltage, so there’s no need to have a different connector specifically for DC fast charge, as the other standards require. Only Tesla vehicles can use their DC fast chargers, called Superchargers. Tesla installed and maintains these stations, and they are for the exclusive use of Tesla customers. Even with an adapter cable, it would not be possible to charge a non-tesla EV at a Tesla Supercharger station. That’s because there is an authentication process that identifies the vehicle as a Tesla before it grants access to the power.
European EV Plug Standards
In Europe, EV Charging Connector types are similar to North America, but there are a few differences. First, the standard household electricity is 230 volts, nearly twice the voltage as what is used in North America. For this reason, there’s no “level 1” charging in Europe. Secondly, instead of the J1772 connector, the standard used by all manufacturers except Tesla in Europe is the IEC 62196 Type 2 connector, commonly referred to as mennekes.
However, Tesla recently switched from their proprietary connector to the Type 2 connector for the Model 3. Tesla Model S and Model X vehicles sold in Europe still use the Tesla connector, but speculation is that they too will eventually switch to the Type 2 connector in Europe.
DC Fast Charging in Europe is also the same as in North America, where CCS is the standard used by virtually all manufacturers, except Nissan, Mitsubishi. The CCS system in Europe combines the Type 2 connector with the tow dc fast charge pins the same way it does in North America with the J1772 connector, so while it’s also called CCS, it’s a slightly different connector. The Tesla Model 3 now uses the European CCS charging system in Europe, and Tesla has outfitted their Supercharger stations to also have a CCS connector.
How do I know which connector my electric vehicle uses?
While it may seem like a lot to learn, it’s really pretty simple. For level 1 and level 2 charging, all electric cars use the connector that is the standard in their respective markets, North America, Europe, China, Japan, etc. The sole exception being Tesla, but all of its cars come with an adapter cable to power with the market standard. Non-Tesla electric vehicles can also use Tesla Level 1 or 2 charging stations but they need to use an adapter which can be purchased from a third party vendor.
For DC Fast Charging, Tesla has a proprietary network of Supercharger stations that only Tesla vehicles can use, no adapter will work on these stations because there’s an authentication process. Nissan and Mitsubishi cars use the Japanese standard CHAdeMO, and virtually every other electric vehicle uses the CCS charging standard.
There are smartphone apps like, that list all of the publicly available EV charging stations, and specify the plug type or connector.
If you are interested in electric car charging at home and are concerned with different EV Charging Connector types, there’s no need to fret. Every charging unit in your respective market will come with the industry standard connector that your EV uses. In North America that will be the J1772, and in Europe it’s the Type 2. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our customer support team, they’ll be happy to answer any electric vehicle charging questions you may have.
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The Future of EVs is Here: A Closer Look at Level 2 EV Chargers for Home Use
As the popularity of electric vehicles (EVs) continues to rise, the demand for EV charging infrastructure has never been higher. However, one of the biggest challenges facing the industry is the lack of sufficient energy at EV charging locations. To tackle this issue, EverCharge and PassKey, both subsidiaries of SK Group, have entered into a partnership to develop a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS).
The BESS will supplement EverCharge’s existing network of EV charging stations, ensuring that EV owners can access reliable and fast charging no matter where they are. This is a significant step forward for the industry, as it means that EV owners will no longer have to worry about running out of energy before reaching their destination.
Founded in 2013, FIVER is one of the leading companies in the EV charging infrastructure industry. The company has successfully developed its own total solution of EV Charging Infrastructure, providing a full range of AC/DC chargers with different standards and output power up to 350kW. Additionally, FIVER has also developed mobile apps, local controllers, and cloud-based management systems to provide a seamless charging experience for EV owners.
One of FIVER’s latest products is the 3Phase 16A Current Adjustable 11KW Portable EV Charger Type 2 Connector Red CEE Plug This 11KW Portable EV Charger is designed to provide EV owners with the ultimate charging experience. It has a rated current of 16A and a rated voltage range of 380V+/-10% AC, capable of providing a Level 2 charging experience with an output power of up to 11kW.
The compact and portable design of this EV charger makes it easy to carry and use in various places. It is also very user-friendly, with its easy-to-use interface ensuring that anyone can use it with ease. The product is compliant with EU IEC62196-2 standards, ensuring that it meets the highest quality and safety standards.
In conclusion, the partnership between EverCharge and PassKey to develop the BESS, coupled with FIVER’s range of high-quality EV chargers, is a significant step forward for the EV charging infrastructure industry. This shows that the industry is committed to providing the best possible charging experience for EV owners, ensuring that they can access reliable and fast charging no matter where they are. With the continued development of new technologies and solutions, the future of EV charging looks brighter than ever.
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Fiver New Energy Technology Co.,ltd Specializing in Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger and EVSE Infrastructure solution. It was established because of the growing popularity of EV, especially for the development of our future green city with the convenience of smart mobility. We share the vision of China Government to transition the town to smart city by building up the manageable, interoperable and sustainable smart charger infrastructure.
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Demand For Electric Vehicle Chargers Is Rising
Imagine the money savings if you never had to fill up your gas tank again. This is one of the prime advantages of an electric vehicle. However, this great convenience comes with two major drawbacks: an inability to travel long distances and long charging times. Even though public stations refill your battery at a much quicker rate than those designed for private use, many people find installing Electric Vehicle Chargers at home and plugging in overnight is more convenient. Although a majority of rechargeable car owners will charge at their homes, public charging stations can actually increase a car’s daily travel range by allowing drivers to power up during working hours. In order for fleet drivers and consumers to effectively charge in public, these facilities must be integrated and consider the typical driving habits of daily commuters.
To bolster the EV market, workplaces and public destinations will need to implement Electric Vehicle Chargers. Recently, a proposal was filed in California to build 25,000 of these service areas across northern and central California. Residential customers would only pay 70 cents per month to cover the costs of this program from 2018 to 2022. If approved, this will certainly be the largest deployment in the country. California currently leads the market for plug-in cars, housing 6,000 stations. Charging times vary, depending on the type of battery, how much energy it holds, and how depleted it is. Charging time can range from 15 minutes to hours, all dependent upon these factors.
Currently, the U.S. Department of Energy is implementing programs and projects nationwide to deploy workplace and other infrastructure charging stations. They realize these should be located in areas of highly concentrated vehicles where the vehicles remain parked for long periods of time, such as parking garages, hotels, shopping centers, airports, and businesses. The potential to allow drivers to boost their batteries while at work could double their daily feasible commuting range. The downside to this option is that doing this during peak hours could increase electricity demand, leading to higher electricity bills for the facility managers.
For corporations electing to incorporate electrical vehicles into their fleet operations, consideration must be taken when planning for these. Driving routes and availability of off-site public charging stations are all factors to consider when deciding upon the amount, location, and types of Electric Vehicle Chargers. These businesses can work together with city planners, installers, and utility companies to determine the best locations. Zoning, code enforcements, and local parking ordinances all play individual roles in promoting EV-readiness in our communities.
Until public charging is widely accepted, here are a few tips for getting around in your rechargeable vehicle.
– Before embarking on your route, utilize a free finding tool to locate networks along your way so you are fully prepared should you need to recharge.
– There are currently about 2,000 free stations across the country. You can locate these using location tools as well.
– Some services use the term “station” loosely, identifying an individual charger as a station. This location will only have the capacity to charge one car at a time. Ensure you are prepared to move on to the next locale in the event this single spot is taken.
If you are interested in electric vehicle (ev) charger manufacturers. To learn more about options for Electric Vehicle Chargers, visit https://fiverevse.com/.
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Is it Possible to Install A DC Charger at Home?
There has always been a notion that DC Fast Charging is only suitable for commercial and public scenarios, and that it is impossible to use DC Fast Charging in home scenarios.for home charging AC charging is your only choice, Today I want to tell you that this notion is wrong or at least outdated
Firstly, I want to introduce you the difference between AC Charging and DC Charing, and the most commonly used charging Levels.
AC charging and DC charging are two types of electric vehicle (EV) charging that main difference is in where the conversion from AC power (electric from the grid) to DC power (for the battery) happens. With AC charging, the conversion happens inside the EV using an onboard charger. the AC Chargers (Level 1 and Level 2 chargers) are more like an electricity supply equipment for the on-board charger. With DC charging, the conversion happens inside the charging station, The DC charging station feed power directly to the battery.
AC Charging for Electric Vehicles. there are two levels, know as level 1 charging and level 2 charging.
– Level 1 Charging:
Level 1 charging uses a common 120-volt household outlet. Every electric vehicle or plug-in hybrid can be charged on Level 1 by plugging the charging equipment into a regular wall outlet. Level 1 is the slowest way to charge an EV. It adds between 3 and 5 miles of range per hour1. It can charge 200 kilometers (124 miles) in 20 hours2.
Typically they’re limited to 10 or 12 amperes of current because there’s an assumption they’ll be used on a 15- or 20-amp circuit along with other electric outlets. this type of charger is not commonly used nowadays because of it’s poor charging speed.
-Level 2 Charing:
Level 2 charging is the most commonly used means of charging an EV at home. It’s the most useful type of charging and the least meaningful designation. The only thing Level 2 means is 240 volts. Unfortunately, voltage is just one factor behind the power that charges a battery; current is the second factor, and the amount of current supported by Level 2 extends from 12 to 80 amps. So charging at this “one” level called Level 2 for one hour could mean you’ve added 5.5 miles of range or 60 miles of range. It all depends on the vehicle (the on-board charger, for most electric cars the on-board charger is limited to 7KW or less)and the charging unit, which have their own current ratings.
The Level 2 charger can have a rating of 12, 16, 20, 24, 32, 40, 48 or 64 amps — and some can be set to throttle down to lower current levels to accommodate being fed by less robust circuits.and it’s also limited by the on-board charger of the electric cars. Level 2 charging is a compromise that users make with reality.
DC Charging for Electric Vehicles. the level 3 DC Fast Charging.
Level 3 charging is the fastest type of charging available and can recharge an EV at a rate of 3 to 20 miles of range per minute. Unlike Level 1 and Level 2 charging that uses alternating current (AC), Level 3 charging uses direct current(DC) directly charging the batteries. The voltage is also much higher than Level 1 & 2 charging, it requires of 3phase high-voltage power supply such as 3phase 380V/480V. for DC Fast Charging there are 5 Commonly used charging standards, known as CCS1 for North America and North Korea； CCS2 for European countries； CHAdeMO for Japan； GBT for China and Tesla Supercharging.
We can see that DC charging is fast can saving people a lot of time, but why people don’t install a DC charger at home? Because following reasons.
1. the DC charger is very expensive is far more expensive than AC Chargers.
2. Most Homes or residential buildings do have the 3phase high-power supply.
3. People think that DC Fast Charging do harm to their batteries life span.
4. DC Charging have 5 different charging standards, a charging station can’t meet all the needs for different markets.
is there any solution for these concerns? the answer is yes.
1. Our 21KW/31KW home dc fast charger with GBT DC connector is at a very affordable price similar as a AC charger, want to know the price and more details please contact our sales team
2. This GBT DC charging station requires a 3phase power supply, the input voltage is 342V-418V AC. input current is 60A max. so it means this charger is not for everyone. but only for the ones who can have the access to 3Phase power supply. but nowadays many countries they can have 3phase power supply for their residents.
3. The output voltage of our constant power dc home charger is 200-1000VDC the output voltage is adaptive accordingly. the output current of 21KW charger is 0-67A the output current for our 31KW is 0-100A. the charging time for a Volkswagen ID6 CROZZ 85KWH battery pack is about 2 hours from 20% to 80%. the degree of battery attenuation is almost the same as a AC charger. so you don’t need to worry about this charger will effect your battery life span.
4. This 21KW/31KW DC Charging Station for home is with a GBT 9 pins charging connector, is only compatible with Chinese made electric cars (BEV and HPEV) such as the Volkswagen ID4 CROZZ, ID4X; VW ID6 CROZZ, ID6X; Zeeker 001, BYD all series, Nio ET7, ET5, MG; XIAOPENG…. all the Chinese Electric cars. in the future there will be home DC chargers with CCS Chademo Connectors.
So if you are driving a Chinese electric cars with a GBT 9 pin DC charging inlet, and you can access to 3phase power supply, this 21KW/31KW Constant Power DC Charger for home is your best choice. forget about the notion that DC charging is only available at public charging stations. you can also install one at your home. to experience DC Fast charging at home. For more details browse our website https://www.fiverevse.com.
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California Considers Electric Car V2G Charging Tech for Grid Stability
The idea of using coordinated electric-car charging to stabilize the grid has been discussed for years, but is still in early stages of development. California regulators now hope to bring so-called “vehicle-to-grid” (V2G) technology into focus.
V2G requires cars that can discharge power back into the grid, something that isn’t widely available, but the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) is expected to issue a decision calling for discussion of the feasibility of V2G, according to E&E News.
The potential benefit of V2G is the ability to “balance” the grid by using fleets of electric cars to absorb excess electricity during periods of low demand, and discharge it during periods of high demand. This allows grid infrastructure to operate at a more stable pace, which saves wear and tear, and allows EVs to supplement power plants or renewable-energy sources when demand is especially high.
That could help head off the rolling blackouts California experienced last summer, which forced utilities to use diesel generators to keep the power on. It’s one of the scenarios the CPUC plans to highlight at a workshop on V2G tech.
V2G isn’t ready for commercialization, however. The CPUC is simply looking at how the technology could fit into its regulatory framework, as well as existing grid infrastructure. The question is whether this will move things forward appreciably beyond previous V2G studies.
Two California utilities have studied V2G. Southern California Edison (SCE) announced plans for a demonstration project last year, while Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) announced last month it’s working working with BMW on a study involving actual EV owners.
In a pilot program that wrapped up in 2017, the two companies coordinated the timing of charging for some BMW i3 electric cars to lessen the strain on the grid. About 100 i3 owners in the San Francisco Bay Area were enrolled in the program, which ran for 18 months. PG&E and BMW just announced a next-step study of smart-charging systems and EV drivers—essentially seeing what difference it might make to simply change the time that EV owners charge, to smooth the grid load.
While clear regulations and utility cooperation are key elements of a workable V2G system, cars also need the hardware to discharge power back into the grid.
Audi and Volkswagen are testing bi-directional charging hardware in EVs, and Hyundai has said this will be a feature of its new E-GMP modular EV platform. The Nissan Leaf has also had this ability engineered into it—with additional hardware—but right now most of the electric cars on United States roads don’t have that capability.
Fiver New Energy Technology Co.,ltd Specializing in Electric Vehicle Charger and EVSE Infrastructure solution. It was established because of the growing popularity of EV, especially for the development of our future green city with the convenience of smart mobility. We share the vision of China Government to transition the town to smart city by building up the manageable, interoperable and sustainable smart charger infrastructure. Browse our website for more details https://www.fiverevse.com.
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Five Things To Expect From an Electric Car Charging Station
You’ve heard the “buzz,” but what can you really expect from an electric car charging station? Are you are seriously considering making the switch to an electric vehicle, but aren’t sure what to expect? How much time and money will it cost? Are there any other pieces of information that you need before you make the jump to an EV? These cars are wonderful alternatives to traditional gas-guzzlers, so take a look below for more information.
1. You can find an electric car charging station using websites and apps. As alternatives to gasoline-fueled cars become increasingly popular, more and more stations are popping up around the country and around the world.
2. There are three different types of cost plans for public stations: pay-as-you go, membership only, or free. Of course, these options are largely self-explanatory. If you travel often and to new locations, it might make sense to stock up on membership cards in order to be prepared for whatever you might find. However, some membership stations will allow you to pay per charge, though it will likely be more expensive. The free stations are often found on college campuses, though you may be required to pay a parking fee while you charge.
3. A normal membership fee is about $20 per month, and there may or may not be an activation fee. These are becoming more common than pay-as-you-go stations, which can cost around $3.50 per hour. Again, free stations, where you only pay the parking fee, are also becoming more common.
4. At a typical 120-volt electric car charging station, it takes about 10 hours to completely charge the battery of a hybrid and about 20 hours for a fully electric vehicle. Using a 240-volt station, it only takes about four hours for a hybrid and eight hours for an EV. Of course, if you don’t let the battery run too low, you won’t need to spend as much time at the station.
5. When you purchase an EV, you also need to get an electric car charging station for your home. Fortunately, the prices have gone down considerably as they have become more common, and it is possible to purchase the highly efficient 240-volt charger for as little as $395 from some companies. These once cost well over $1000.
Old-fashioned gasoline engines are still considered the norm, so having more information means being able to make more informed decisions. An electric car charging station is still a strange idea for many people to wrap their heads around, but now that you have an idea of what to expect, it shouldn’t be so scary.
Fiver New Energy Technology Co.,ltdSpecializing in Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger and EVSE Infrastructure solution. It was established because of the growing popularity of EV, especially for the development of our future green city with the convenience of smart mobility. We share the vision of China Government to transition the town to smart city by building up the manageable, interoperable and sustainable smart charger infrastructure.
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