Some Great EV Questions from the Parking Industry
March 8, 2021
Recently we were fortunate enough to participate in IPMI’s Mobility & Innovation 2021 virtual conference. We had some amazing audience interactions and very much enjoyed fielding questions from them. The presenters were Blink Charging’s VP of Marketing, Rebecca Gutierrez, and Blink’s Senior Vice President of Technology & Product Development, Joshua Winkler. They were honored to...
How Quickly Can Your Business Pay Off Your New EV Charger? Sooner Than You Think
February 24, 2021
Years ago, Energy.gov, reported that access to electric vehicle charging stations at workplaces had doubled: 90% of employers reported their stations were in regular use 5 days a week. Industry experts and environmentalists alike have discovered the key to putting more electric vehicles on the road is to make sure there are enough chargers for...
The EV Revolution is Here and Major Auto Makers are Meeting the Moment
February 17, 2021
Auto-manufacturers have gone all in on electric vehicles, promising more models at a variety of price points for a variety of different drivers coming out right now and over the next several years. Nearly every mainstream manufacturer has EV models and plans to expand their line in the future. Why? The EV revolution was always...
Etiquette, Maintenance, and Safety
February 10, 2021
Keeping EVSE in good working order requires a little bit of work on the part of both EVSE host and the drivers who use the charging stations. Keeping chargers and the area around them safe and clean is essential to keeping chargers in prime condition. Keeping public chargers and the area around them safe and...
Ready for EV Charger Installation?
February 3, 2021
As EVs become more and more popular, the number of public and private parking garages that want to install EV charging stations grows every day. According to the Bloomberg Report’s “Electric Vehicle Outlook”, industry insiders expect 57% of vehicles on the road to be EVs by 2050. The popularity of EVs rises every year. Nearly...
New Building Code Standards Will Require Wiring for EVSE
December 21, 2020
Your next home will probably be able to charge your car. As electric vehicle sales soar, local governments require builders to include EVSE-ready infrastructure in their new builds. Updated U.S. building codes are about to change drastically as soon as early 2021. Quartz reports that homes that typically feature one or two 240-volt plugs will...
Fact From Fiction: Answers to the Most Common EV Questions We’ve Received
December 14, 2020
Those unfamiliar with electric vehicles often have many questions about them. Some people are worried, some confused, and some have found nothing but misinformation online. We’re here to clear up misunderstandings and answer some of the questions, from simple to complex, that we’ve been asked over the years. Electric vehicle sales rise every year. They...
Mobile Apps Enable Drivers to Find Public Chargers On-the-Go
December 8, 2020
Own an EV but can’t charge at home, or need more than one charging location? Some new EV buyers fear they won’t be able to find a charger on the go, but apps and maps abound to help EV drivers find chargers away from home. Over 80% of EV drivers usually charge at home, but...
EV Adoption and Air Quality
October 28, 2020
We know emissions from vehicles cause air pollution, and that air pollution is responsible for breathing issues, illnesses, and death. In fact, the World Health Organization states that 4.6 million deaths per year can be attributed to air pollution. While no vehicle is perfect, EVs have been shown to reduce particulate matter in the air...
Want to Get the Most Out of Your Tesla? It’s All About the Charging Station!
October 22, 2020
The average EV driver knows that different levels of chargers charge electric vehicles (EV) at different rates. A Level One charger, which may come with the vehicle at point of purchase, can charge most vehicles overnight, during an 8-14 hour period, at a few miles per hour, but could take more than a day to...
Converting ICE Cars to EVs
October 7, 2020
EVs always prove a better buy in the long run, but what if the there’s a car you wished was electric but it’s not? Another option is to convert an internal combustion engine into an electric one. Sound impossible? It’s not, and businesses have been quick to realize the opportunity and help you do just...
Residential Charging Incentives Make Owning Your Own Charger Easy
September 15, 2020
Despite a wide array of choices among public chargers, over 51% of EV owners still choose to charge at home. Most drivers want the choice to be able to charge at home, even if they often charge at work or other places. But don’t purchase a charger before checking for deals that could save you...
It’s World EV Day and Global EV Outlook is Charged for the Future
September 9, 2020
Will this be the decade of the EV? According to Global EV Outlook 2020, the odds are likely. The Global EV Outlook report examines vital elements of the growing EV trend—charging infrastructure, cost, volume and type of energy usage, emissions, and development of batteries to predict EV sales all the way to 2030. According to...
Hot Weather Tips for Extending EV Range
July 9, 2020
Most EV drivers know that cold weather can cause range loss and that running the heater can make the loss greater. But most drivers don’t consider the effect of hot weather. Extreme temperatures of any kind can have a detrimental effect on an EV......
What Does Tesla’s Recent Court Victory Mean for EVs?
June 24, 2020
EVs are becoming more popular with drivers each year, and it seems everyone who wants an EV can now get one. However, some states still fight EV expansion with old local statues and unnecessary fees. In fact, few EV customers know that in some states, buying the EV......
Are Hotels the Answer to Road Trips with an Electric Vehicle?
June 18, 2020
The range of electric cars keeps growing, and EVs can easily be driven across the country. However, long trips and cross-country driving sometimes still worry EV drivers. Many drivers charge at home (over 90%), or have other alternatives such as......
How to Get the Chargers You Need at Your Condo
June 4, 2020
If you own your home and property, getting an EV charging station is as simple as buying one and installing it. If you live in a condo or an apartment building, the situation is more complex. But even if your building hasn’t installed chargers, providing information to......
Making the Most of the Trend of Eating and Charging
June 4, 2020
Most EV drivers charge at home, but just like drivers of gas-powered cars, EV drivers can find themselves lacking needed fuel at inconvenient times, and need to utilize charging stations on the go. Garages and lots everywhere from doctor’s offices to......
DC Fast: The Secret to a Fast Charge or a Rare Indulgence?
June 4, 2020
More and more drivers are purchasing and driving EVs, but one of the biggest sticking points for potential EVs buyers is how long it takes to charge EVs. Most EV drivers charge at home overnight, and there are many places like work garages, grocery stores, and......
Blink and Local Load Management
June 3, 2020
Having deployed thousands of charging stations capable of utilizing local load management capabilities, Blink is charging EVs all over the country while helping to keep a healthy and in-shape electrical grid. The Local Load Management capabilities also help reduce......
Public Chargers Pay Off For Individual Homeowners
April 24, 2020
It doesn’t come as a shock, higher-income individuals are more likely to own an EV than lower-income individuals. EV manufacturers are catching up and now offer many EVs, such as the Nissan Leaf, which is......
Why Your Business Should Install EV Charging Systems
April 24, 2020
By 2025, 25% of vehicle sales will be electric. Get ahead of the curve by installing an EV charging station at your business......
Using Cellular Repeaters for Your EV Chargers
April 21, 2020
It’s happened to us all. You’re in the middle of an important conversation in a big building, take the elevator down to the garage, and lose the call. It’s difficult to stay connected to a call from inside a garage, and if the garage is......
Paint, Striping, and Signs Draw the Eye to Your EV Chargers
April 8, 2020
So, you’re ready to install one or more electric charging stations in your garage or lot for a corporation, healthcare center, shopping center, restaurant, movie theater, etc, and you’re ready for......
Why Pricing Varies from One Charger to Another
April 8, 2020
Variation in price can be frustrating for consumers who don’t understand why different chargers at different locations charge different prices. There are variablese that factor into determining the price, even pricing structure, of any particular charging station. Chief among these variables are…...