A recent report reveals that 47 U.S. states fail to meet the ideal ratio of public chargers to electric vehicles (EVs), with only the District of Columbia, Vermont, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island achieving the optimal balance. The recommended ratio is around 9-10 EVs per charger, but most states fall short due to varied rates of EV adoption, population density, and infrastructure.
The study highlights challenges, including a slow rollout of charging infrastructure, charging reliability issues, and a mismatch between the number of EVs and available chargers. These challenges underline the complexities of the transition to electric vehicles, which could be hindered if infrastructure development does not keep pace with EV sales.
