Reliable infrastructure crucial for World EV Day

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【Summary】World EV Day on September 9th highlights the need for reliable infrastructure to support the growing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). The demand for EV charge points has not kept up with car sales, posing a challenge for the industry. Justin Godfrey-Cass, Head of Transport Solutions at Wireless Logic, emphasizes the importance of secure and resilient connectivity for charge points.

FutureCar Staff Sep 07, 2023 6:16 AM PT

Reliable infrastructure crucial for World EV Day

World EV Day, celebrated on September 9th, is an event that brings together businesses, policy makers, and individuals to support the e-mobility movement and promote a decarbonised society. The day serves as a reminder of the importance of electric vehicle (EV) adoption. However, one of the challenges that come with this adoption is the lack of reliable and secure EV charge points.

Justin Godfrey-Cass, the Head of Transport Solutions at Wireless Logic, acknowledges the difficulties in rolling out charge points and emphasizes the need for reliable connectivity. He states, "Increasing numbers of electric vehicles on the road means the demand for reliable charge points will also increase. Charge point operators and the government must ensure that they prioritize quality over quantity to maintain consumer confidence and encourage EV public-adoption. Two-way connectivity that is resilient and highly secure is crucial for all charge points."

As the EV rollout continues to expand, it will become a critical national infrastructure relied upon by the public and businesses. Therefore, secure connectivity cannot be overlooked. Establishing a "secure-by-design" policy measure is essential. Operators must prioritize securing assets and public data 24/7. Merely installing thousands of charge points is not enough; consumers expect their data to be kept confidential through secure private networking. Operators must make it a top priority to defend infrastructure from cyber-attacks and ensure reliable connectivity at all times.

The massive adoption of EVs also poses a significant load-balancing challenge for energy service providers. As charge points are deployed, it becomes increasingly difficult to track whether devices are a load or a source of power on the network. Managing fluctuations and preventing power surges will become more challenging, increasing the risk of potential power outages. Service providers need the ability to monitor operational performance and control remote assets to schedule charging cycles or determine when EVs are charging or discharging. This will help address the imbalance in the grid caused by the growing number of EVs.