THE CONVENIENCE OF CURBSIDE CHARGING

EV Channels Review

This episode of Coast-to-Coast EVs features an insightful discussion with Nathan King, CEO of itselectric, focusing on the potential and implementation of curbside EV charging. The core of the conversation revolves around itselectric's innovative 'bring your own cable' (BYOC) model, which aims to simplify urban charging by leveraging existing building electrical capacity and avoiding direct utility interconnections. King, an architect by trade, highlights the challenges of urban EV charging infrastructure and how his company's design prioritizes aesthetics and integration into city streetscapes, contrasting with larger, more obtrusive charging stations. The discussion also touches upon the regulatory hurdles, particularly in California, and the company's progress, including a recent production run and federal grant awards. While the episode doesn't focus on a specific vehicle, it strongly advocates for the necessity of accessible Level 2 charging for widespread EV adoption, particularly for the 25% of drivers who rely on street parking.