But what if the problem isnt just the number of EV chargers, but their location as well?

Particularly problematic are fast chargers.

Some are never used, while others have wait lines.

The problem isn’t the number of EV chargers, it’s where they are

But an EV charging company needs at least 15% usage to break even.

And traditionally, chargers are placed in the areas cheapest and easiest to get a permit.

These are not always the most profitable locations.

EV charging usage patterns

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This data is also relevant to the government, investors and banks that underwrite and fund EV charging infrastructure.

Stable Auto used its Site Score product to analyze public charging station placement.

Where to place an EV charger

Purl noted that mostEV charger placementsserve and prioritize high-income areas.

But Stable is helping make it a lot easier.

Story byCate Lawrence

Cate Lawrence is an Australian tech journo living in Berlin.

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