
2026 EV Road Trip
Coming Summer 2026
EV Charging Station
Site Assessment Categories
Permitted Land Use
Ensures all EV charging equipment is being built on authorized land with any necessary permits.
Minimum Number of Parking Spaces
Requires a certain number of a property’s total parking spaces to be designated EV charging spaces.
Parking Use Standards and Protections
Outlines how EV charging spaces are allowed to be used and which vehicles can occupy these spaces.
Signage
Promotes proper usage of charging equipment and directs EV drivers to charging stations.
Supply Equipment Standards
Ensures that all EV charging equipment meets minimum safety and operational requirements.
Parking Space Design, Location, and Performance Standards
Considers safety, accessibility, and parking layout as factors of the charging experience.
Safety and Maintenance
Considers security measures, environmental factors, surrounding buildings, and emergency contact information provided to the user.
Make-Ready Standards/New Construction
Incentivizes adoption of EVs by ensuring that new properties are equipped with the wiring and space necessary for future installation of EV charging infrastructure.
User Experience
Aims to create a positive charging experience for the user, considering app accessibility, accepted payment methods, amenities offered, and overall ease of charging.




