Poor Charging Experience Hinders EV Industry, Battery Show Panel Says

There is a pressing need for a seamless EV charging experience in the U.S. In fact, despite over 57,000 public charging stations nationwide, 1 in 5 attempts failed last year and these negative charging experiences present a major hurdle in the industry's transition to electrification. The Biden administration's call for 500,000 public chargers by 2030 and the recent $100 million funding for charger maintenance reflect a commitment to addressing the issue, but is funding this initiative enough? As a recent panelist at The Battery Show, Qmerit's COO, Oliver Phillips, noted that coordination among stakeholders is the true key to overcoming this challenge.

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