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Not everyone just drives a bit and returns home each day.
What percentage don't?
More than 0%, therefore DC fast chargers are needed.
this is true and it's a fact that most people do just drive a bit and return home each day
When it comes to building DC chargers, the relevant question is "does anybody ever drive more than 100 miles from home in this area?"
Even if 99% of your trips are near home, you still need DC chargers for the rest.
Maybe I'm out of the loop! Figured they'd phase it in. Something like:
When the plan is everyone gets 100% coverage, you're absolutely right. We'll need chargers every 50 miles