The latest EV research by UIL has been published in PLOS ONE
This research examines disparities in access to public electric vehicle charging stations (EVCS) in Austin, Texas, highlighting transportation equity concerns. Using threshold equity toolkits and regression analysis, the study explores how race and income impact public charger access. The findings show that most EVCSs are located in areas where the majority population is Non-Hispanic White. While access across income levels is more balanced, middle- and high-income groups have better proximity to EVCSs compared to lower-income groups.
The regression analysis confirms that race and income significantly affect EVCS access, with deployment favoring higher-income areas with more electric vehicles. The study suggests that policymakers should address these disparities to ensure equitable transportation electrification, referencing the potential of federal initiatives like Justice40 to improve investment in disadvantaged communities.