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Map of EV Chargers
There’s good news and bad news for electric-vehicle drivers. Ann Arbor, Michigan, is moving forward with a large expansion of EV chargers downtown. The new locations are convenient to the front door and elevators. However, they are not as easy to find as the handicapped spaces. In some buildings, EV spaces are not located on the first floor or at the entrances. However, they are clearly marked, with a car and a plug, acting as breadcrumbs.
80 new EV chargers are coming to downtown Ann Arbor
The City of Ann Arbor is rolling out 80 new EV chargers, more than doubling the amount of such public charging stations currently available. With the move, the city can give its residents peace of mind when purchasing an electric vehicle. Additionally, these stations will allow drivers to charge their vehicles while they’re downtown. This is good news for commuters and anyone who wants to reduce the carbon footprint of the city.
Michigan is a bad climate for electric driving
A new report by the Council on Future Mobility and Electrification (CFME) urges Michigan to expand advanced mobility and transportation electrification. These new technologies can reduce emissions, improve air quality, and protect the health of millions of people. As Michigan continues to battle climate change and toxic air pollution, this report is especially important. Climate justice is an important issue in Michigan, as the effects of pollution are disproportionately felt by communities of color.
EV charging at the curb is working
In a recent report, EV charging at the curb in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is getting the thumbs up. More public charging stations are needed to provide diverse charging options and to serve rideshare drivers. While most EV owners charge their vehicles overnight in a garage, the problem is that most people do not own or rent a garage. For these reasons, curbside charging can benefit commuters who don’t have a place to charge at night.
EV charging at work + home would meet needs of 95% or more
Having electric vehicle charging stations at work and home would meet the needs of ninety-five percent or more of the Ann Arbor population. There are currently four public chargers in the city, but that is not enough for many people. The further away from the home you go, the more difficult it will be to stay charged. The Car and Driver magazine recently conducted a test on a 1,000-mile EV road trip. The test was a challenge, and it was no surprise that Carty and his colleagues ended up having to stop and recharge their vehicles often. But most of the electric-power pioneers don’t depend solely on batteries, as they drive plug-in hybrid electrical vehicles.
EV charging at grocery store garages
With the increase of electric vehicles (EVs), grocery store garages could become EV charging stations. These charging stations are networked with advanced features. The ChargePoint app allows shoppers to see the status of each station and see which times are most popular for EV drivers. It can also be used to sign up for special offers and receive notifications about nearby charging stations. If a grocery store adds EV charging stations to its garages, it may draw more EV drivers.
EV charging at work + home
While workplaces aren’t the only places to implement EV charging, they can be a valuable place to encourage EV adoption. Many healthcare facilities and higher education institutions have taken steps to increase local air quality by promoting the use of EVs. Public Service Electric and Gas Company (PSEG) in New Jersey and Southern Company’s unit Georgia Power have launched workplace charging programs. Various federal agencies are also implementing workplace charging programs.
Discrimination against parking at EV chargers
A new ordinance in Ann Arbor prohibits landlords from discriminating against EV drivers by requiring EV charging stations in designated areas. The ordinance specifies three types of charging stations: “Degree 2” chargers, which are far cheaper than fast chargers, and “EV ready” parking areas. Different types of developments also have varying EV requirements. Here’s how to spot EV charging stations in your neighborhood.https://www.youtube.com/embed/d24YOxYdeVM