CHARGING STATION LOCATOR AND SOLUTION FOR EV AND CNG VEHICLE

Abstract

This paper presents the development and evaluation of a mobile application designed to address the challenge of finding available charging stations for Electric Vehicles (EVs) and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) vehicles. The application, built using the Flutter framework, leverages Google Maps API to display nearby stations and provide details like connector type, availability, and pricing. Users can filter stations based on preferences and report inaccurate information. The system also offers functionalities for managing EVs within the app (under development) and trip planning with route suggestions that include charging stations along the way. User testing confirms the application's ease of use and the accuracy of its information on payment facilities. This application promotes the wider adoption of EVs and CNG vehicles by addressing range anxiety and simplifying trip planning for drivers.