German online BlackoutNews.de reports how Dutch charging station operator Allego has imposed a “blocking fee” on all its European fast chargers. [emphasis, links added]
The fee goes into effect on July 1st.
For example, in Germany, if a driver uses an Allegro fast charger to charge an electric vehicle for more than 45 minutes, After 45 minutes, an additional 25 euro cents must be paid for each additional minute of charging.
“This measure aims to ensure Charging infrastructure is distributed more equitably and Prevent unnecessary over parking, “Blackout News” wrote. According to elektroauto-news: “So if you stand at the charging station for an extra hour, you will pay almost 15 euros more.”
Obviously, The fee aims to reduce long charging cords at charging stationsEspecially as millions of Europeans head out for their summer holidays.
“According to Alego, The introduction of this fee is necessary to ensure fair and timely access to charging stations,” blackout news reports. “Alego explained The purpose of the charges is to prevent EV drivers from occupying charging stations for longer than necessary.“
It just means the burden of driving an electric car will increase. They can either leave a charging station that is not fully charged and find another one, or pay extra to get a full charge.
Another reason: grid constraints. Blackout News reports further:
“Due to grid constraints in many European countries, Allego can't fit as many charging points anywhere. In Germany, grid capacity is considered a bottleneck in many places, which can lead to serious delays or even failure of electric vehicle projects.
solution? Power rationing.
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