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Germany Will Force 80% of Gas Stations to Install EV Charging, Too (www.thedrive.com)
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[–] 33 points 2 years ago (4 children)

IMO the current model we use for gas stations wouldn't work for EVs. Charging times for EVs can take a long time compared to petroleum vehicles taking only a couple minutes (depending on tank size). The lines would be a terrible experience, and you'd probably end up having to reserve a spot.

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  • [–] 42 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) (1 child)

    I can't imagine why you'd think that.

    Yes. It takes a bit longer, but most people would charge at home.

    You only use the fast DC chargers when you go on long trips.

    There would just eventually be enough spots anyway. Supply and demand.

    With my EV, you don't "go to the gas station" unless you're on a road trip. In your day to day travel, you just always have enough juice.

    It's actually a lot nicer than a gas car in this respect.

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  • [–] 18 points 2 years ago (1 child)

    Honestly, it makes sense for any business off of a highway that sells things to provide fast chargers. They still take several minutes at a minimum to charge, so you have a captive and probably bored customer. Seems like a gas station, restaurant, whatever would quickly make back the money spent on charging infrastructure in increased sales from people who’d rather shop or eat than sit in their car for a half hour.

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  • [–] 9 points 2 years ago

    Here in Australia, I think it would actually work quite well, particularly in rural areas... then again all our service stations are pretty much convenience stores where you can buy fuel. Many of them you can buy a coffee and baked goods as well, some even have full restaurants.

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  • [–] 2 points 2 years ago

    I’ve charged at many gas stations before. It’s super convenient. You’re in the back and have to walk a bit to get to the store. Go to bathroom, grab a drink, then come back and wait less than 10 mins. You’re only charging for 25 mins each stop every 2.5-3.5 hours. It seems like a lot, but you get used to it because it helps you stay awake for longer trips. I’ve gone all I’ve the USA with my car and it’s so easy and simple now. I don’t even think about stope like these anymore. I’m more angry when it’s not at a 24/7 gas station because I can’t pee or get a drink. I have peed behind my car before because the charger is in a mall parking lot and it’s like 2 am. Those are the worst.

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