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6 days ago
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
No More Broken Chargers? New Data Reveals Significant Improvements in Public EV Charging Since 2021
New J.D. Power data reported by Automotive News highlights that 84% of public electric vehicle (EV) charging attempts were successful within Q1, marking a 4% improvement on a failure rate that hovered around 20% for the last four years. A Driivz Q1 survey of 300 charge point operators and EV service providers cited vehicle-to-charger compatibility issues, faulty hardware or components, and charger-specific interoperability challenges as the most common roadblocks to a successful charging session. While chargers being out of service or malfunctioning is still the number one cause of failed public charging attempts, the improvement comes at a significant time. According to EV charging recruiter EVBoosters, the number of available charging stations has doubled across the U.S. since 2020, underscoring the importance of charge point operators providing consistent functionality—a goal that's also in their best financial interest. EVgo charger utilization also reached 24% in Q1, up 15% from two years earlier. Volvo EV SUV at Tesla Supercharger. — Source: Volvo Factors influencing the jump in public charger performance An increasing number of public EV charging providers are placing service quality before expansion through work like maintenance and repairs, partially because President Biden's National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program requires federally-funded chargers to be available and functioning 97% of the time. J.D. Power's data didn't highlight how many federally funded stations meet this 97% requirement, but EVgo users successfully charged 95% of the time during Q1. EVgo's success rate is partially attributed to upgrading, replacing, or decommissioning chargers at over 600 locations and in more than 20 states since 2022. Charge companies like Electrify America implemented idle fees and policies to reduce wait times, resulting in a 50% demand increase within their network, according to Automotive News. EV smartphone apps see room for improvement On the flip side, EV drivers are using charging companion mobile apps more than ever, but are experiencing connectivity issues, lagging remote command speed, and inconsistent feature performance, according to J.D. Power. Nearly one-third (32%) of non-Tesla app users use their EV app during every drive, up from 17% last year. EV drivers primarily use apps for charge monitoring, pre-conditioning, and route planning. Regarding connectivity, 37% of non-Tesla EV app users face issues with losing connection or delayed updates, a slight improvement from last year's 40%. However, many drivers aren't utilizing all of the features within those apps. Despite more than 70% of app users saying they want charge scheduling, trip planning with charging stops, and in-app payment, 43% of non-Tesla app users haven't scheduled a charge. Over 90% of EV app users prioritize features such as vehicle status and remote updates/diagnostics. The charger plugs of an EVgo charging station in Vienna, Virginia, February 13, 2023. — Source: SAUL LOEB/AFP via Getty Images Final thoughts While public EV charging isn't perfect in America, J.D. Power's recent data shows the industry is improving. This positive trend is likely to continue, given that charge point operators can become eligible for federal funding with high-efficiency rates. Additionally, any malfunctions cost them money, especially with the public's rising usage rate. Tesla's app ranks highest overall for user satisfaction, scoring 864/1,000. Mercedes-Benz and My BMW follow, ranking at 839/1,000 and 833/1,000, respectively. Still, states are navigating hurdles for public charging infrastructure growth, with plans for new federally-funded stations on hold as the Trump administration's Transportation Department and Federal Highway Administration reevaluate the program from Biden's presidency.
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Vontier Unveils Smart, Sustainable Fleet Solutions at ACT Expo 2025 — United for a Multi-Energy Future
Showcasing integrated solutions across CNG, RNG, hydrogen, electric, and biofuels, and advanced telematics, Vontier helps thousands of fleets worldwide cut costs, reduce emissions, and accelerate their journey to zero. RALEIGH, N.C., April 23, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Vontier Corporation (NYSE: VNT), a leading global provider of critical technologies and solutions to connect, manage and scale the mobility ecosystem, will showcase its cutting-edge sustainable fleet solutions at the 2025 Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo (April 28–May 1) in Anaheim, California. Visitors to booth #4225 will discover Vontier's multi-energy solutions that seamlessly support compressed natural gas (CNG), renewable natural gas (RNG), hydrogen, electric, and drop-in fuel applications – a versatility unmatched in the market today. Rather than imposing one-size-fits-all approaches, Vontier delivers data-driven, customized solutions that help fleet operators simultaneously reduce total cost of ownership and emissions, while enhancing operational flexibility and maximizing uptime. Through integrated technologies that connect every aspect of fleet operations, Vontier provides actionable intelligence that empowers operators to make strategic energy transition decisions perfectly aligned with their specific operational needs and sustainability objectives. As the global fleet management market continues to experience 10%+ growth, driven by surging e-commerce demand, expanding last-mile delivery networks, and rapid adoption of telematics and autonomous technologies – Vontier leads this industry evolution. ACT Expo attendees will experience Vontier's multi-energy vision through engaging interactive displays and immersive demonstrations: Hydrogen & RNG Innovation Center by ANGI Energy Systems: Experience comprehensive clean fuel solutions featuring hands-on access to production-ready hydrogen and CNG/RNG dispensers, immersive 3D visualizations of complete station infrastructure (compression, storage, cooling, controls), revolutionary waste-to-energy RNG technology, and the ANGI Portal's predictive maintenance platform – all delivering maximum reliability for forward-thinking fleet operators. Electrification at Scale with Driivz: Experience Vontier's integrated fleet electrification offering featuring the Driivz industry-proven EV charging and energy management platform that delivers operational excellence for operators and a seamless charging experience to drivers, whilst integrating with on-site renewables and battery storage and optimizing energy usage and resilience. Fueling the Now with Gasboy and Gilbarco Veeder-Root: Optimize your current fuel operations with Gasboy's versatile AtlasX commercial dispensers and Gilbarco's high-flow Encore biodiesel/DEF solution for heavy-duty applications – both fully compatible with biofuels to start your decarbonization journey and seamlessly integrated with the cloud-native EKOS fleet management platform that unifies operational data to reduce cost-per-mile and maximize return on investment. Fleet Intelligence from Teletrac Navman: Orchestrate your entire multi-energy operation with Teletrac Navman's comprehensive telematics platform that enhances fleet-wide safety, compliance, and operational efficiency, featuring their newly updated Enhanced Privacy Mode on their camera line and specialized analytics tools designed specifically to support mixed-energy fleets through strategic transition planning. Underscoring Vontier's consultative approach, Joel van Rensburg, President of Alternative Fuels at ANGI Energy Systems, will speak at ACT Expo's educational session, "The Role of Regulations in Advancing Sustainability" on Monday, April 28 at 8:30 AM PT. He will explore how policy shifts are influencing fleet investment strategies – and how Vontier is helping customers adapt with flexible, scalable, and reliable infrastructure solutions that make decarbonization economically viable through optimized total cost of ownership. In addition to ACT Expo, Teletrac Navman, ANGI Energy Systems, and Gasboy will also showcase their solutions together at NAFA 2025, booth #1445, from April 28-30 in Long Beach, CA. About Vontier Vontier (NYSE: VNT) is a global industrial technology company uniting productivity, automation, and multi-energy technologies to meet the needs of a rapidly evolving, more connected mobility ecosystem. Leveraging leading market positions, decades of domain expertise and unparalleled portfolio breadth, Vontier enables the way the world moves – delivering smart, safe and sustainable solutions to our customers and the planet. Vontier has a culture of continuous improvement and innovation built upon the foundation of the Vontier Business System and embraced by colleagues worldwide. Additional information about Vontier is available on the Company's website at View source version on Contacts Media ContactsCorporate Communications:Marty HannaVice President, Investor Relations:Ryan EdelmanVice President, Investor Sign in to access your portfolio
