EV Charging Station: What You Need to Know [THA 261]
Going against a tide is never easy, but if you don’t start, you will be left behind. Ever thought of an EV charging station at your shop? There are a bunch of things to consider. Listen firsthand from shop owners that have an EV charging station at their locations. Find out why they did it, especially knowing it wouldn’t be a revenue builder today. Gain insight and knowledge to keep you current on EV charging station considerations.
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- Jeffrey Choy, WATTS-UP Spot LLC, jeffrey@watts-upspot.com
- Jeff Walter, Zimmerman Auto & Tire, Mechanicsburg, PA
- Melody and Phil Heller, Better Day Repairs, Boiling Springs, PA
Key Talking Points
- Level 1- home charging, Level 2- 5.5 KW to 19.2 KW
- Standards- right now there aren’t many, utility companies are trying to monopolize with government funds available
- DC fast charging – 50KW-400KW, which many models cannot utilize, up to 10X the cost, can only charge up to 80%
- Your utility may skyrocket without the proper software and devices
- Stepping stone: plug-in hybrids
- Subsidies- each state has its own, tax credit
- Different types of services for EV/hybrid- always be researching maintenance needs
- What’s your motivation? Why are you putting EV charging stations in your business? Is it private vs public? Wall-mounted or pedestal? Hours to operate? Separate meter? Offer discounts for your own customers?
- Destination charging- low amp system (few hours), fast charging would be gas station (less than 30 minutes)
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