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READ MOREInstallation of the Month (February 2023): City of Los Angeles Lot 715
As our network continues to expand, we’ve consistently maintained three key focuses: 1) Accessibility; 2) Affordability; and 3) Sustainability. These attributes are the cornerstone of everything we do, and our newest installation near the heavily trafficked intersection of West Pico Boulevard and Overland Avenue in Rancho Park helps us accomplish all of them.
READ MOREElectric vs Gas: An Apple to Apples Comparison
The first quarter of 2022 saw a 60% increase in American EV registrations, according to Car and Driver, thanks in large part to a boost in model offerings, expanded infrastructure and an aggressive push by industry stakeholders aimed at educating the public. Yet EVs make up less than 5% of the total vehicles on US roads, with many consumers still reticent to take the leap. However, the fact that many states plan to ban the sale of new gasoline-powered, or internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles in the next 10 to 20 years means these same consumers are having to take a long hard look at their electric biases to determine how EVs truly compare. In that vein, we decided to do our own comparison, laying out the pros and cons, and some of the findings may surprise naysayers.
READ MOREThe Benefits of Going Electric and How EVCS is Making the Transition Easier
The inevitability of electric as the future’s dominant transportation mode seems all but assured at this point, yet many still question the benefits of transitioning to an EV. They cite things like higher vehicle purchase prices, limited charging infrastructure, and longer refueling times. While some such concerns are not entirely without merit, a deeper look reveals how far the industry has come in mitigating such issues, with the pros of EV ownership now far outweighing the cons. Consider just a few examples.
READ MORE8 Reasons Charging Speeds May Differ
As one of the country’s premier installers of EV infrastructure, we’re often asked by clients why vehicle charging speeds tend to differ so dramatically. The answer is… there is no one answer. In fact, reasons can be diverse and complex. Below, we summarize several factors that may be affecting your charging speeds. The more you understand about these factors, the better prepared you’ll be to maximize your rate of charging while protecting your vehicle’s longevity.
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