EV Radar: October, 2022
EV Radar consists of top EV news, education, vehicle announcements, and more from the EV world. We'll keep you informed. Get EV Radar in your email every two weeks. Subscribe for the revolution in your inbox. SUBSCRIBE TO EV RADAR TOP EV NEWS Most Popular Tesla's Model Y is officially the most popular vehicle (not EV) in Germany for September 2022. That's a pretty impressive thing for a country that usually opts for VWs rather than international brands. Also, it's quite the crown for an electric vehicle to wear! Lucky 13? Global fully EV sales now tops 13% of international vehicle sales. With investments be governments across the globe focusing on building infrastructure, it's pretty clear there's no going back. EV Education EV Adoption Trends A whole range of reasons sits behind the drive toward electrification. Some are more obvious than others, including finances and access to infrastructure. Take a look at who's buying and why. Emissionless Education While not strictly educational, this
Noodoe University: Internet Connectivity
The world of EV charging has ultimately evolved to encompass chargers fully connected to the internet. These chargers are known as third-generation chargers, and even when they provide the same core service of charging your EV, they are miles away from the chargers of the past. Third-generation chargers have unique characteristics that set them apart from the other generations. They are fully connected to the network, meaning that their able to provide far more functionality but also that they require an internet connection. There are several ways to provide an internet connection to your site. Let's explore the connection methods thoroughly and how you can leverage them to create the optimal installation. Ethernet Connection An ethernet connection is a physical way of provisioning your site with internet connectivity. This method entails RJ45 cables, or in layman's terms ethernet cables. An ethernet connection is the most secure way to provide internet connectivity, and it's fairly
Noodoe Microservices – Voucher Code
EV charging stations are easy to promote with the right tools. Noodoe EV OS’ ever-expanding library of microservices makes using EV chargers as marketing tools easy. Companies all over the world use vouchers and voucher codes as a way to attract customers, increase sales, and solidify customer loyalty. However, so much more is possible with this simple promotion microservice. It all depends on how you think about it! At an exhibition or convention center, organizers may want to prepare free charging for the participants or partners of hosted events. However, given the costs of EV charging, owners often want to control charger usage. In such cases, this one-time charging code can be deployed. A voucher code is valid for 12 hours upon activation before expiring. Afterward, participants or partners can contact the event organizer to get a new voucher code. What does “microservice” mean in terms of EV charging stations? Microservices are small
EVS and EV adoption
It’ll come as no surprise that the tide has been turning in the direction of electric vehicles. Anyone who has paid any attention these last few years (especially the last six months) has seen this inexorable cultural shift happening worldwide. At the moment, about 40% of Americans are at least somewhat interested in purchasing an EV as their next vehicle. That may not seem world-changing, but for a country so heavily built on car ownership, it’s a huge shift. EV registration saw a 60% bump during Q1 2022, due in part to the precipitous rise in fuel costs. But what else is driving EV adoption? Factors Affecting EV Adoption Personal Finances EVs are cheaper to maintain. Given their lack of internal combustion engines, these vehicles simply have fewer moving parts that need checking, upkeep, and repair. While complaints that mechanics didn’t know their way around these new vehicles may have been true in
Support Your Charging Equipment: Pedestals and More
In the world of EV charging, there are three things that every charging station manager needs to consider when putting in new equipment: the charging hardware, the management software, and the right peripherals. Those first two get a lot of attention, but what was that last one? What peripherals are we talking about here? Well, I mean the kind of accessories that support a fully-rounded EV charging environment. That can mean an EV charging pedestal, internet support, or cable management system. EV Charger Pedestal This seems like one of those things that shouldn’t change dramatically from one iteration to the next. And yet, not all pedestals are created equal. When comparing one pedestal to another, it’s important to gauge durability, aesthetics, and modularity. Durability Pedestals need to be able to stand up to the elements. Which elements depends a little on where your charging stations will be located. Generally speaking, though, if your charger
Noodoe University: EV Charging Payment Methods
The rise of EVs has ultimately driven the demand for chargers, which in turn has paved the way for payment methods to evolve. But how do drivers pay for their charging sessions? Is it the same way we do now for filling our tanks with gas? Not necessarily. Paying for a charging session has become exceptionally easy and convenient. Long gone are the days of paying with cash! Customers now have access to a range of options when they pull up to the electrified “pump.” And for charging station owners and operators, this is great news. Modern, connected EV chargers have the ability to seamlessly collect revenue and deliver it to the station owner. Let's go over the most common payment methods currently used by charging stations. It sure isn't the same as paying for gas, and it might take some time to get used to, but we’re sure you’ll find