Cars are a crucial part of American life—for example, more than two-thirds of Americans use their own cars to commute to work. The average American drives 14,263 miles per year according to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). Given this, much focus has been given to the electric vehicle (EV) market and public charging infrastructure as part of the country’s efforts to decarbonize. The market for EVs has grown significantly in recent years, reaching a new high in 2022, and it is expected to continue to grow at an accelerating pace. Dozens of new EV models are hitting the market. In addition, more policies are being put in place to help make EVs affordable and accessible. However, several concerns have arisen regarding how fast EVs will gain market share, how many chargers will be needed and where, what kind of chargers, and how the U.S. will ensure that the charging network work for consumers. In addition, industry observers say that as the market moves closer to mainstream adoption among light-duty vehicle (LDV) buyers, more consumers will be more concerned with charging reliability and expect a charging experience that mirrors their experience with gas stations. As a result, EV growth will demand significant charging infrastructure planning and maintenance over the next decade.