Core Insights - The recent National Day holiday highlighted the ongoing issue of charging difficulties for electric vehicle (EV) owners, with reports of long wait times for charging stations becoming a trending topic [1] - The current approach of merely increasing the number of charging stations is insufficient; a more comprehensive and multi-layered solution is needed to address the charging anxiety faced by EV users [1] Charging Infrastructure - As of August 2025, the total number of electric vehicle charging infrastructure (charging guns) in the country is projected to reach 17.348 million [1] - During non-holiday periods, the utilization rate of highway charging stations remains low, indicating that many charging facilities are underused and waiting for vehicles to arrive [1] Service Optimization - Implementing refined services is crucial; for instance, utilizing big data to accurately predict charging demand during holidays could help in deploying mobile charging stations where needed [1] - Promoting a "reservation charging" model could allow EV owners to plan their charging stops in advance, reducing the likelihood of long queues at charging stations [1] Equipment Maintenance - The issue of charging difficulties is not solely due to a lack of charging stations; some existing stations are outdated or malfunctioning, leading to low utilization rates [1] - Establishing a regular maintenance mechanism for charging stations, including timely repairs and updates of old equipment, is essential to improve the overall efficiency of the charging network [1] Industry Challenges - The challenges faced during holiday charging are indicative of broader issues in the development of the new energy vehicle sector, testing the speed of technological innovation and the precision of service optimization [1] - The situation underscores the need for a shift in thinking towards more effective solutions in the EV charging landscape [1]