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The national average cost of electricity is ~$.142/kwh. Therefore, for a 5 kw home charger, charging at home will generally run around $0.75 per hour. Nonetheless, EV owners have reported a willingness to pay a premium for the ability to charge their vehicles wherever they are actually being used. A recent survey found that 22% of users would pay $2.00/hr., 18% would pay $3.00/hr., and 12% would pay as much as $4.00/hr.
Cite Survey: https://www.kbb.com/car-advice/how-much-does-it-cost-to-charge-an-ev/
Any EV charging station network must, of course, deliver low operating costs (OPEX). This choice inevitably correlates with the quality of the hardware components and connectivity technology.
There are a number of players who provide EV charging infrastructure, but as the market has started to mature, some players have established a particularly strong reputation for quality and reliability. Business owners and facility managers interested in investing in EV charging stations for their customers should consider both reputation and ongoing OPEX expenses before making an initial commitment. For commercial EV charging operations, the lowest cost hardware usually delivers high service and maintenance costs over time. Therefore, in the near future when the dust settles and this “new wave” is a normal part of most people’s lives,
Winners and losers in this business will be known by their ongoing OPEX expenses.
EVectriFi has thoroughly analyzed the industry leaders in EV charging infrastructure and has chosen to become aligned with several station system manufacturers. Our mission is to support your ongoing success by representing a quality manufacturer that delivers lasting value to their customers.
Remember: in the current environment, there will be no shortage of newcomers to the market with brand new EV infrastructure equipment and a desire to ride the wave for a while. Helping you to carefully choose the form, fit, and function of your EV charging equipment is a critical aspect of EVectriFi’s service.
EVectriFi will guide you through the conception, design, engineering, procurement, installation, and ongoing service of your EV charging station. We will provide expert help in educating you on all of the contractual details and fine print, as you embark on the journey into the world of EV charging.
