Where we’ve come from
It's worth taking a step back for a moment to remind people that the idea of an electric vehicle isn't new. Electric automobiles have been on the market since the late 1800s. Taxis, to you and me, were abundant at that time. EVs were simpler to start up and drive... no cranking required, and no stubborn gear shifts.
Fast Charging Cars
These days, technology has greatly improved, and we are no longer shocked by a car that can travel 400 kilometers without stopping and recharge at 200kW or more.
At home, an AC charger can supply 7 kW to all EVs. This year's newest automobiles will require more than that. Even the reliable Zoe needs 22 kW. And if you want additional information on how much energy an EV consumes, see our previous ABC of EVs series.
DC charging, on the other hand, is more interesting. A few short years ago, exceeding 50 kW was remarkable. Today, we're only impressed by something like the Tesla Model 3 or the Hyundai IONIQ5 achieving a maximum power output of 230 kW. But things won't stay this way for long.
High Powered Units
But, in order to supply you with the power you need, a battery that can withstand a lot of energy is only half of the solution. Of course, you'll require electric chargers to obtain that energy. The newest models being released at motorway services stations have peak outputs up to 350 kW.
Charging in Motorsport
Let's have a look at the motorsport scene. Now, any of us who has been into motorsports for a while has seen tremendous technology in sports like Formula 1, only to witness it being implemented in passenger cars all around the globe shortly thereafter.
We now have the opportunity to watch some fascinating pure-electric motorsports. Take the case of Extreme E, a new racing series that features powerful off-roading SUVs with twin motors with peak power output of 400 kW and 54 kWh battery packs. These vehicles race, as the name suggests, in some extreme environments across the world.
Charging Networks
Let's take a trip back to the Extreme E circuits now and look at automobiles that we can drive, at the very least, aspire to drive in our lifetimes! Yes, let's have a peek at charging networks. We consider it because of how essential they are to enabling mass electric mobility.
Take Tesla's success to date as an example. There's no doubt that they design energy-efficient automobiles with exceptional software. But the Supercharger network is one of their finest features. They are extremely simple to use; you simply plug in and go away. They are constantly available, and they're located in nice spots with excellent coverage not.
Cost – Policies and Economics
So far, we've discussed individual automobiles, charging technologies, and technological advancements. And while you and I love our EVs, the push for greater electric vehicle adoption necessitates the support of governments and forward-thinking enterprises from around the world.
Our company is a leader in the EV industry and we have been selling them for over three decades. It's clear to us that EVs are superior, more efficient, and cheaper to run. However, we'll need government support to build charging networks and encourage hotels, cinemas, and shopping malls to install a bank of chargers for consumers.
Other Capabilities
Let's round out our discussion with a quote that emphasizes the importance of integrating electric vehicles and charging in a broader ecosystem. Today, our EVs have evolved into more than simply a means of personal transportation. We require EV charging to fulfill a greater role in society. We can use green energy to charge school buses at night and perhaps provide feedback energy during peak.
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