The Brave Technologist The Role of AI in Electric Vehicle Charging
Jun 25, 2025
Diego Pareschi, the Global Product Line Manager for EV chargers at ABB eMobility, shares his extensive expertise in crafting innovative charging solutions. He discusses how AI and machine learning are revolutionizing user experiences and optimizing EV charging systems. Diego highlights challenges in EV adoption, particularly around accessibility and standardization, and reveals insights from his work with Formula E technology. He envisions a future where charging becomes an ambient service integrated into daily urban life, empowering seamless and intelligent user interactions.
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EV Charging as Energy Shift
- EV charging represents a revolutionary shift in energy consumption and user behavior.
- It merges climate impact, digitalization, and new mobility needs into a critical infrastructure.
Friction in EV Charging Today
- EV charging is not yet frictionless, facing issues like location, reliability, compatibility, waiting, and payment.
- These frictions affect diverse users, from everyday drivers to fleet operators and city grid managers.
EV Charging Standards Landscape
- EV charging standards vary regionally, with CCS2 in Europe, CCS1 in North America, GBT in China, and CharIN in Japan.
- Tesla's own plug, NACS, disrupts the landscape but a universal plug standard is expected to emerge in North America over years.