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> "Why aren't we seeing more and more L3 chargers at gas stations?" There are many chargers at gas ("petrol") stations in the UK. There are even a few stations
by Reason077 2y ago
> "Why aren't we seeing more and more L3 chargers at gas stations?"
There are many chargers at gas ("petrol") stations in the UK. There are even a few stations that have been completely converted, with the pumps removed and replaced with chargers only.
For example, Shell Fulham in London:
https://find.shell.com/gb/fuel/10018937-shell-recharge-waitrose-fulham/ https://find.shell.com/gb/fuel/10018937-shell-recharge-waitr...
Installing high-power charging does depend on having a suitable grid connection available, of course. For some gas station locations, getting enough power to the site might be impractical or uneconomic.
- maccard 2y agoBear in mind that particular example is in one of the most expensive places in the UK to live, and is pretty much surrounded by the most expensive neighbourhoods in the country.
- Reason077 2y agoIndeed, but it’s an example of what will gradually happen everywhere as more of the vehicle fleet is electrified. Gas stations will have to adapt by installing chargers, as eventually there just won’t be enough combustion vehicles around to keep them in business.