Re:UK has almost 1M EV chargers, with new public one install...
by maccard on Tuesday July 16, 2024 @11:32AM
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Bear in mind that particular example is in one of the most expensive places in the UK to live, and is pretty much surrounded by the most expensive neighbourhoods in the country.
Re:UK has almost 1M EV chargers, with new public one install...
by Reason077 on Tuesday July 16, 2024 @07:51PM
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Indeed, but it’s an example of what will gradually happen everywhere as more of the vehicle fleet is electrified.
Gas stations will have to adapt by installing chargers, as eventually there just won’t be enough combustion vehicles around to keep them in business.
There are many chargers at gas ("petrol") stations in the UK. There are even a few stations that have been completely converted, with the pumps removed and replaced with chargers only.
For example, Shell Fulham in London: https://find.shell.com/gb/fuel/10018937-shell-recharge-waitr...
Installing high-power charging does depend on having a suitable grid connection available, of course. For some gas station locations, getting enough power to the site might be impractical or uneconomic.