The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has released the final National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Standards and Requirements rule, and it looks like it could be a game-changer for the EV industry. The 144-page document contains standards that will improve the reliability of public EV charging stations, as well as measures that will encourage EV interoperability and open standards.
The Charging Interface Initiative (CharIN), a global association focused on charging standards, has praised the FHWA for taking action to make sure that national EV charging infrastructure is universal, accessible, and equitable. The new NEVI rules specify that federally-funded chargers must conform to the CCS and ISO 15118 standards, including the new Plug and Charge standard and future V2G integration.
CharIN has expressed its support for the FHWA’s announcement, noting that adoption of open standards enables economies of scale and accelerates deployment. They have also highlighted the importance of interoperability, which is now recognized in the NEVI Standards and Requirements rules.
ISO 15118-based Plug and Charge is now the global standard for a seamless charging experience, and is supported by a worldwide ecosystem of companies working on interoperability, conformance and compliance testing, and education. CharIN launched interoperability efforts almost a decade ago, and it is gratifying to see the impact of these efforts in the NEVI Standards and Requirements rule.
Overall, the FHWA’s new NEVI Standards and Requirements rule is a major step forward for the EV industry. It will ensure that national EV charging infrastructure is universal, accessible, and equitable, while also encouraging EV interoperability and open standards.
FAQ
Q1: Are electric car batteries recyclable?
A1: Yes, electric car batteries are recyclable.
Q2: Are electric car chargers free?
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Q3: Can electric car batteries be rebuilt?
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