dbsb3233
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Doesn't need to be as many as gas stations, since gas stations do 100% of all ICE refuels but DCFC only does maybe 10% of BEV refuels. The vast majority of BEV charging is L2 (usually at home). So there will never be the same demand for DCFC that there is for gas stations.Clearly, all the gaps need to be filled. Fast chargers need to be as prevalent as gas stations are. Not just in urban/suburban areas, but also in rural areas
But yes, there's still a long way to go to fill in the highway gaps around the country. Eventually coverage every 40-50 miles would be ideal, as that would provide overlap redundancy for backup. People want a backup option to feel more comfortable making the switch. Depending on a "do or die" single charging station on a road trip is more nerve-wracking. But knowing there's another one 15% SOC away as backup provides more comfort.
Meanwhile, there needs to be huge growth in cheap L2 chargers into apartment complexes and hotels, etc.
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