America is deploying public fast-charging stations at record speed, as companies build ahead of demand and set the groundwork for an increasingly electric future. Stopping at these high-powered charging stations is undeniably convenient, helping drivers get back on the road quickly. But according to a new study, using them in certain ways may come with unintended consequences for long-term battery health and degradation.
Canada-based research firm Geotab analyzed over 22,700 EVs across 21 models and found that high-powered public fast-charging stations are the single largest contributor to accelerated battery aging.
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