Jun 23, 2020 - Energy & Climate

Apple's new iOS courts EV drivers

Ben Geman

The Apple iOS Maps application is seen running on an iPhone — Photo: Jaap Arriens/NurPhoto via Getty Images

Apple is adding a feature to its new iOS 14 phone operating system aimed at making it easier for EV drivers to find places to plug in.

Driving the news: "Electric vehicle routing adds charging stops along a planned route based on current vehicle charge and charger types," the company announced.

Why it matters: Concerns about running out of battery power — or "range anxiety" — is among the barriers to wider EV adoption.

How it works: "The company previously only allowed users to route to or from certain chargers in Maps, but now it will be able to include or add chargers to a trip, even on the fly," The Verge reports.

Their piece points out that drivers will of course need to find chargers compatible with their vehicle model, and that Apple is initially working with Ford and BMW.
Per TechCrunch, an Apple official said more vehicle manufacturers will be added soon.

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