The Rise of Public Charging Infrastructure
The past few years have seen a dramatic shift in the electric vehicle (EV) charging landscape. According to the U.S.
Department of Energy, as of April 2024, the number of public charging stations in the United States has soared past 150,000—a 50% increase since 2021. This growth is not just a matter of numbers; it’s about strategic placement.
Major cities like Los Angeles and New York are ramping up installations, with LA announcing a goal of 20,000 public chargers by the end of 2025. This aggressive expansion has been fueled by both federal grants and investments from private players like Tesla, EVgo, and ChargePoint.
As a result, finding a public charger in urban and suburban areas has never been easier. With public charging becoming faster and more reliable, the need to rely solely on home charging is quickly fading for many EV owners.
