The one
thing most electric car owners did not expect to deal with is getting ICED. This is
the term for having a public charging station blocked by a car that is not
using the charger. It is very frustrating for those who need to charge and are
unable due to the blocked spot. As the electric car gains in popularity this act
may be reduced in time with fines or better public education. In the meantime
owners of electric cars need to take some steps to avoid a bad situation.
If
traveling to an area with limited amount of chargers plan ahead just in case
the spot is taken and you will not be able to charge. If you have the choice to
visit for an example a city center with plenty of chargers it might be worth
heading there first and maybe consider public transportation to your destination
from the charger. I rather take a bus and know that my car is charging instead
of getting to a charger closer to my destination, but not being able to charge.
Always have
a backup plan just in case. Study the PlugShare app know where chargers are located
along your route. Leave home with a full charge is my number one rule leave
nothing to chance. It's not only being ICED, but thing do not always work out.
The more educated you are the better chance of a successful trip.
There will
be a day that you will be able to get to a charger and not be ICED, but for now
being prepare might be the best way to get to where you are going without
stress or the possibility of not being able to charge.
Bonus
Emergency Tips:
Memorize
wall outlets
Look for
parking garages with wall outlets
Call ahead
and ask and if they have a wall outlet you can use.
Check
PlugShare for other EV owners that can let you use their home charger
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