From the City of Havre de Grace:
The City of Havre de Grace has installed a level two CT 4000 ChargePoint Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station at David Craig Park. The dual powered station is capable of simultaneously charging two cars, costing green motorist $2.00 per hour.
The new charging station is part of a larger marketing strategy to promote tourism and environmentally friendly travel. The station includes a prominent LCD screen capable of displaying 60-second video and other marketing material. Located within walking distance of downtown, the station on average takes two hours to charge a battery operated vehicle.
“It’s a win-win for the city,” said Mayor Martin “we are increasing tourism while at the same time encouraging green travel.”
Mayor Martin’s vision to boost local tourism while encouraging the adoption of electric vehicles highlights the city’s commitment to a greener, more sustainable future. The availability of such facilities plays a key role in making electric vehicle ownership more accessible and practical for residents and visitors alike.
As more electric vehicles hit the roads, the need for efficient and reliable energy storage solutions grows, which brings attention to the critical role of lithium batteries in the world of green travel. In fact, the advancement of lithium-ion technology plays a crucial role in making electric vehicles more accessible and practical for everyday use.
Lithium-ion batteries, the powerhouse behind most EVs, are essential for driving the growth of this market. Companies like Austroid Corporation are at the forefront of enhancing the lithium battery supply chain, ensuring that these advanced power sources are both sustainable and accessible for future generations.
Their innovations are helping drive the next generation of clean energy solutions, ensuring that electric vehicles can run longer and charge faster. In fact, if you’re interested in understanding more about how companies like Austroid are shaping the future of energy storage, this YouTube video offers an insightful look into the company’s vision for expanding its reach globally. Their work is pivotal to the clean energy movement, as they focus on the development of lithium batteries that are essential for the continued success and widespread adoption of electric vehicles.
The EV charging station is the latest action taken by the city to expand its environmental initiative program launched last year. Other undertakings include new recycling containers, LED lights, municipal electric cars, and most significantly, all city buildings switching over to solar power, including the charging station.
They could’ve just run a couple of extension cords/power strips from the Legion.
Exactly. Walgreens in Edgewood has one. I don’t think many in that hood drive electric cars. Oh well, have to be “green”. Glad no taxpayers paid for it.
I’m not sure how the charging station was paid for, but I know the American Taxpayer has been subsidizing the cars for over a decade. No hybrid or EV driver ever thanked me.
Thanks
How are they increasing tourism with two outlets? Especially when people who operate those toy cars will remain parked well past the charge cycle.
you have clearly not driven any relatively new EVs -and the app has a sign up feature
OK, why don’t you educate me on EVs? I have plenty of time so feel free to type away. Make sure you tell me about your drive cycle, any other vehicles you currently utilize, and cost analysis. Also, what good is an app if someone remains parked at the station? Do they get charged extra?
go to the chargepoint website to see info about the app and you can unplug a charged car – if logistics allow another car can begin charging – As for educating you about EVs – and you have plenty of time – go online and do the research.
I own a variety of vehicles gas – diesels – and EVs – as with other subsidized new technologies such as solar – in time it will reach a point (when battery and solar panel cost) where it will not require the assistance. Sometimes this is a necessary price to pay for innovation and survival such as the agriculture industry.
Ok, I can unplug a car that’s done it’s charge cycle. What do I do if the plug won’t reach my ev? Tesla owners are having that issue with their public chargers. Tesla is trying to charge an additional fee to the offenders, but it’s probably cheaper than public parking costs in most situations.
I’m glad you’re able to afford a variety of vehicles in addition to your ev. I guess it’s your way of feeling good and green. Most people don’t have that luxury and don’t want to be faced with a situation where every drive cycle becomes a logistical issue if they only owned an ev.
I’ve been following this game for a number of years and it’s always about when the battery technology finally makes that breakthrough. They’ve been talking about it for decades and haven’t gotten there and for that reason an ev is nothing more than one of those glorified golf carts you see in retirement communities. Here’s a prediction for you: If Tesla comes through and produces the 3, we’ll be seeing discharged ones scattered all over the place in large numbers in the years that follow.
Nobody is going to want to be a tourist there once the new Amtrak bridge is under construction.
Lots of noise, dirt, and dust all over the place.
How about busting the dog fighting rings and drugs in the city?
i personally applaud this – it provides a charging spot for those who stop and spend some time and money in Havre de Grace – and those traveling on 95 – the fast charging capabilities would only take an hour or two. much better to embrace the future
A two hour fast charge, woo-hoo. I’ll embrace the future when the technology is mature. No beta testing for me.
“embrace the future.” Nah.
I much prefer pumping good ol’#2 diesel in my 1994 12V Cummins Dodge.
It’s like a rolling offensive banner. Love seeing all the people of Walmart (Democrats) turn their nose up, make the “ugly face” as they see my piece of shit truck with 23 years of progress (and lots of rust) rattling really loud next to them at the traffic light, I tell “Yee haw” as they roll up their windows in their Lexus, Mercedes, Acuras and various other rich white people cars of Bel air.
Don’t forget about the black smoke, and man, a lot of it. The best part, no Maryland emissions.
When you see me coming, make sure you give me the thumbs up because raw fuel burning local yokal is spreading carcinogens out of his 1994 Dodge Diesel and lovin’ it.
Roll on with that oil burner, brother. Give me pistons any day.
I bet you got historic plates on that coal roller don’t you? Good job, way to go.