Charging into the American Future: Plugging in to Widespread EV Adoption

The electric vehicle (EV) revolution is humming across the United States, but one obstacle remains: range anxiety. The fear of running out of juice before reaching a destination can be a significant barrier to widespread EV adoption. Fortunately, American businesses and Government are stepping up to address this concern by investing heavily in expanding charging infrastructure across the nation. Government Takes the Wheel: Recognizing the critical role of a robust charging network for a sustainable transportation future, the U.S. government is implementing various programs to support its development: Financial Incentives: Sweetening the deal, subsidies and tax breaks are offered to both EV owners and those installing charging stations, making both more affordable. Infrastructure Funding: The Biden administration has committed a whopping $5 billion to build a national network of 500,000 EV chargers by 2030, ensuring wider accessibility. Regulatory Support: Streamlining permitting processes removes bureaucratic hurdles, encouraging businesses to invest in building charging stations, not paperwork. Standardization: Promoting common charging standards, like the popular CCS connector, ensures compatibility and interoperability across different networks, preventing driver frustration. Private Sector Drives Innovation: American ingenuity is also powering this infrastructure expansion. Leading EV manufacturers, energy companies, and infrastructure providers are investing in various aspects…

Can electric cars be charged in the rain?

According to experts, charging electric vehicles in the rain completely ensures safety for people and vehicles, because electric vehicles and charging stations are thoroughly tested for safety under harsh conditions before they can be sold. out on the market. Specifically, the vehicle’s battery and charging system are designed to be maximally watertight and integrate many additional technologies to protect against discharge, short circuit, etc. Each step of the charging process is carefully calculated to protect people and vehicles, and electronic components must follow strict rules set by safety organizations around the world, including the Ingress Protection standard ( IP) refers to the dust/water resistance level set by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). The IP standard represents the level of dust and water resistance of electronic components, and is widely used around the world. According to IEC 60529 standards, dust resistance is expressed through the first number, 1-6, water resistance is the next number from 1-8, the higher the number means the more resistant to dust/water factors. big. Normally, the IP rating of charging heads has a minimum level of IP54, which means it is dustproof and can withstand direct water splashes at any angle. More advanced product lines will have…

VinFast’s Electric Vehicle Revolution: Supercharging Your Drive

For electric vehicles to become widely used and to hasten the shift to a more sustainable transportation system, accessible charging is essential. Global sources state that as of the end of 2022, there were 2.7 million public charging stations built worldwide, with over 900,000 of those being added in 2022 alone—a 55% increase over the number installed in 2021. VinFast is enhancing the expansion of public chargers with choices to make the charging procedure as simple and effective as possible, in response to the growing demand for electric vehicles (EVs) among drivers who care about the environment. VinFast has improved for a more comprehensively practical customer experience. At-Home Power Supply Since home charging is so dependable and convenient, it’s probably the first choice that comes to mind for EV enthusiasts. The home charging solution from VinFast is made to be user-friendly and efficient. It guarantees quick charging for electric and hybrid cars by offering charging speeds that are far faster than those of a typical 120V wall outlet. The charging system uses the SAE J1772, a universal connector that is widely used in North American automobiles. Additionally, the brand promises clever features that will soon be available via the VinFast…

Powering Up Californians Act Is Signed Into Law 

The Powering Up Californians Act, proposed by State Senator Josh Becker (D-13), has been approved by Governor Gavin Newsom and removes a significant obstacle to the state of California reaching its climate, air quality, and equity goals. California has to electrify automobiles and buildings in order to achieve these goals and to comply with state and federal legislation. To do this, the state must modernize its electric distribution system in some areas and shorten the time it takes to connect to the grid.  The efforts to clean up the air are being undermined by delays in powering buildings and constructing EV charging stations. Affordable housing units in San Francisco are vacant, and because of energization delays, electric big rigs like those shown below that could be replacing harmful diesel pollutants are idle.  What Does The Powering Up Californians Act Do?  SB 410 (Senate Bill 410):   Declares it to be the policy of the state that utilities must modernize the grid “in time to accomplish the state’s decarbonization goals and implement federal, state, regional, and local air quality and decarbonization standards, plans, and laws”;  Mandates utilities to report on their compliance with those timelines, explain any noncompliances and how those will…

Over 50% Of American Homes Are Unprepared For Safe EV Charging

Range anxiety and long charging times are some of the more pressing challenges the electric vehicle industry faces today. But these aspects arguably overshadow some underlying issues that require equal, if not more attention, like a proportionate upgrade of the electricity grid, and the safety of electrical systems in homes. The Electrical Safety Foundation (ESFI) recently conducted a consumer survey to understand the compatibility of American homes with safe EV charging. ESFI discovered that more than 50 percent of US homes don’t have electrical systems ready for the continuous load that EV charging demands. 63 percent of respondents said that they scheduled a home inspection before installing electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE), and 54 percent of homes required an electrical panel upgrade. Even though 75 percent of EV owners did not face any charging issues, eight percent of them had received an electrical shock. Using manufacturer-approved and certified charging equipment is vital in ensuring the safety of your home and your EV. InsideEVs recommends using EV charging equipment that adheres to safety standards from UL, ETL, TUV, or CSA, and buyers should ensure that the unit contains a printed label. EV charging often involves large quantities of current flow over…

6 interesting facts about EV and Pros-Cons you should know 

Electric vehicles are not a passing trend; they become more affordable each year and consumers are becoming more comfortable with the idea of plugging in instead of fueling up. A recent survey found that some interesting electric car facts:  The first electric vehicle was created in 1832. (Energy.gov)  An EV would cost only $1.22 in energy to travel the same distance as a gallon of gas, which currently averages $3.83. (Energy.gov, AAA)  The majority of EV car sales are in three markets: China, Europe and the United States. China leads the way with 60 percent of EV car sales globally. (IEA)  EV car usage is on target to avoid the use of 5 million barrels of oil per day by 2030 (IEA)  77 percent of people who want to purchase an electric vehicle cite saving money on gas as the primary reason. (AAA)  More than one-third of Americans would “definitely” or “seriously consider buying an electric vehicle if they were to purchase a new car today (Consumer Reports).  Pros and cons of electric cars  Electric vehicles have come a long way in the last few years, but still have much more room for improvement. In addition to the electric car…

Amazon Announces Partnership with EV Charging Network Provider EVgo

EVgo and Amazon are 2 partners of VinFast. And if these two partners join hands to cooperate, what will happen? EVgo is adding new, Alexa-enabled EV charging features through its partnership with Amazon.  Now, VinFast drivers with Alexa may ask Alexa to help them navigate to nearby EV charging stations, adding to EVgo’s support of Amazon’s voice-initiated EV driver experience earlier this year.  The Alexa technology is now able to access Leveraging PlugShare, EVgo’s public EV charging repository, to locate charging stations. Once prompted, Alexa provides a list of nearby chargers along with their plug type and charging speed.   Currently, EVgo is a charging station in the top list of VinFast Public Charging Network. With the newly announced 1-year free charging program announced by VinFast, VinFast drivers can easily search and locate EVgo charging stations around them.  Find out more: https://vinfastauto.us/public-charging-promotion-offer   Bạn cần đăng nhập để tương tác với nội dung này: Đăng nhập.

Biden Administration Proposes $15 Billion Investment in EV Charging Infrastructure

In the second quarter of 2023, The Biden administration has made it a priority to address the lack of charging infrastructure. In his infrastructure plan, President Biden has proposed investing $15 billion in EV charging infrastructure. This investment would help to accelerate the installation of chargers across the country, making it easier for people to switch to EVs.  America is facing a major challenge in its transition to electric vehicles (EVs): the lack of charging infrastructure. While the number of EVs on the road is growing rapidly, the number of public charging stations is not keeping pace. This is a major barrier to EV adoption, as many potential EV buyers are concerned about being able to find a place to charge their cars.  There are a number of reasons for the lack of charging infrastructure in America. One reason is that the cost of installing charging stations is high. Another reason is that there is no single standard for EV charging connectors, which makes it difficult for businesses and governments to install chargers. Finally, there is a lack of federal funding for EV charging infrastructure.  With the above decision, a number of electric vehicle infrastructure issues will be resolved. In…

New York City Plans to Install 40,000 EV Charging Stations by 2030

1 month ago, VinFast had a very spectacular launch in New York with the event of listing VFS on the US stock exchange. Along with the development of the green energy market in New York, VinFast will certainly have many opportunities here. Especially when New York City Plans to Install 40,000 EV Charging Stations by 2030 and create more advantages for the EV market to develop.  New York State has pledged up to $250 million through 2025 to build EV charging stations throughout the state through its EVolve NY program. In fact, New York is second only to California in the scope of its financial commitment to EV charging station infrastructure. Financial incentives and grants are available for businesses who want to explore EV charging station installation in New York.   There are three levels of EV charging stations: Level-one chargers are mainly for home use and can charge from a residential 120-volt outlet. Grants and incentives for New York businesses focus mainly on level-two and level-three EV chargers. Level-two chargers use 240 volts and can give an EV 30 to 50 miles of charge an hour. Level-three superchargers, or DC fast chargers, can fully charge a vehicle in less than…

VinFast Holding CEO at Qatar Economic Forum 2023

On 25 May 2023,  Madam Le Thi Thu Thuy, Vingroup Vice Chairwoman and CEO of VinFast Holding had a talk at the 2023 Qatar Economic Forum, with Bloomberg’s Haslinda Amin. What is VinFast doing and planning to go global and compete in the very crowed EV markets? The answer could be found in the following video. Bạn cần đăng nhập để tương tác với nội dung này: Đăng nhập.