EV owners face several challenges when it comes to charging. Finding working public chargers can be tricky, with one in five not working in the US. This leads to worries about running out of power on the road.
Another problem is "charge hogs." These are drivers who keep their cars plugged in longer than needed, taking up space others could use.
To fix this, Electrify America came up with a new approach. They'll cut power at 85% battery capacity. Drivers will get a 10-minute grace period after that. If they still don't move, they'll pay 40 cents per minute. The company will start this at their 10 busiest stations in California.
According to Robert Barrosa, president of Electrify America, fast chargers should not be used for this type of charging.
Most EVs charge quickly up to about 80%. After that, it slows down a lot. But many drivers might not know this.
Tesla does something similar at busy Supercharger stations. The difference is Tesla drivers can choose to keep charging past 80% if they want.
Electrify America hopes this new system will make charging faster and easier for everyone. It's a big step in making EVs more practical for daily use.
Source: CNN
