Creating a national EV charging network that is user-friendly, reliable and accessible to all Americans is a top priority for U.S. leaders. With this in mind, the Federal Highway Administration recently proposed setting minimum standards and requirements for federally funded EV infrastructure projects.
One key requirement is that charging stations must be spaced no more than 50 miles apart along major highways. This would help to ensure key infrastructure gaps are filled—including in rural, underserved and disadvantaged communities. “To support the transition to electric vehicles," comments U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, "we must build a national charging network that makes finding a charge as easy as filling up at a gas station."
Also, under the proposed rules, EV drivers can expect similar payment systems, pricing details, charging speeds and access to real-time information on whether charging stations are occupied or broken. To learn more, go to https://bit.ly/3MGvCGm.
