EV Charging Bay Marking Offered by Advanced Texas Striping
Parking lot striping is a relatively modern concept, having first appeared during the early 1900s. Striped parking lots were initially rather rudimentary, but they evolved over the years to make use of new materials and methods. Legal compliance also became critical, especially after the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act. You might say that parking lot striping and marking has been in flux for more than a century as the industry embraced numerous changes to what drivers and property owners wanted or needed. One of the more recent adaptations is the installation of EV charging bay marking.
What Is EV Charging Bay Marking?
The pavement markings in a parking stall can indicate that it is reserved for specific drivers. For example, accessible parking spaces can display a white wheelchair on a blue background. Spaces for pregnant customers can be identified by their pavement markings. Charging bay markings indicate that there is an adjacent charger, so they should be reserved for electric vehicles.
How Popular Are Electric Vehicles?
Other than hybrid models, the initial sales of electric vehicles in America got off to a slow start in all states except California. However, 2022 was a record-breaking year for American sales of light electric vehicles, with more than 918,000 sold nationwide. In 2023, almost 40% of Americans participating in a survey indicated that they were somewhat or very likely to seriously consider purchasing an electric vehicle for their next car. Thus, it seems highly probable that the popularity of electric vehicles will continue to increase over the coming decades.
What Symbols and Colors Are Used for EV Charging Bay Marking?
Currently, there are no official rules in place for the stencils or paint colors used to identify charging bays. However, the most popular color choices are green and white, and the symbol typically used is a car with an attached cord and plug. The entire background may be a solid green field, diagonal stripes, or a horizontal bar at the entrance. The design may include a notice that the space can only be used by electric vehicles.
What Types of Businesses Gain the Most Benefit From Installing EV Charging Bays?
You know more about the people who use your parking lot than a striping contractor who has never visited your location. Therefore, you are in the best position to determine the potential benefits of installing EV charging stations in your parking lot. However, the following are typically considered as prime locations for EV charging bays for both employees and patrons.
• Apartment complexes
• Supermarkets and other large retailers
• Office Parks
• Airports
• Shopping centers and malls
• Hospitals
• Parking garages
• Hotels and resorts
• Educational institutions
• Automotive repair facilities
• Entertainment venues
• Outdoor recreational facilities and parks
• Public rest areas
If you would like to learn more about EV charging bay markings, contact Advanced Texas Striping. This is just one of the services we offer to clients throughout the DFW metroplex and southern Oklahoma. We also offer warehouse striping, parking lot layout, ADA compliance markings, and parking lot striping and re-striping services. We are a veteran-owned and -operated company with an exemplary reputation for quality, responsiveness, service, and dependability. You can request a free quote by calling 817-600-5975, completing the online form, or emailing Mark@ATStriping.net.