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EV breakthrough

Ireland's Automobile Association has developed the first mobile electric vehicle (EV) fast charger in Europe, helping to prevent EV drivers from becoming stranded on the road. 
Posted on 18 July, 2018
EV breakthrough

Ireland’s Automobile Association (AA) has developed a mobile electric vehicle (EV) fast charger to help combat range anxiety.

The first of their kind in Europe, the mobile charging units are powered directly by the AA Rescue van as opposed to a separate generator, minimising any emissions produced during usage.

The mobile charging units are designed to quickly provide an EV, which has run out of charge, with enough power for the driver to continue their journey.

On average, the AA will be able to provide an EV with approximately 15 per cent of battery charge in just 20 minutes, allowing the motorist to then proceed to the nearest charging point.

 “This is a huge step forward for electric vehicle owners in Ireland and a significant innovation for our AA Rescue team as they continue to meet the demands of our members," said  AA director of consumer affairs Conor Faughnan. 

"We know from research that we’ve undertaken in the past that the fear of running out of power is a major concern of Irish motorists when it comes to going electric and we hope that knowing this solution exists will help some people ditch petrol and diesel-powered cars.”

Ireland's AA commissioned the technology from Australian company Club Logistics Solutions.