Future of Gasoline Stations

The gasoline fueling stations’ future during the automobile industry shift towards electric is questionable. With more than 196,000 gasoline fueling stations in the United States, many of them require an upgrade to electric charging stations. The regular fueling time from gasoline stations is significantly less than the charging time from an electric charging station. Preparedness for shifting from gasoline stations to electric vehicle (EV) charging stations requires detailed research on how consumer behavior changes given they will have a readily available charging port in their households. It would be essential to categorize the customers based on their preferences and thus plan the approach for meeting their needs. For large gasoline stations, the shift to EV charging stations becomes a viable choice as they tend to attract trucks and other travelers throughout the year. A model of electrical infrastructure was prepared for a large gasoline station by using the estimated number of customers visited. Improvement of amenities or devising a way to attract customers will be required to allow them to spend the waiting duration comfortably.