In this episode of the Urban EV Podcast, host Rob Hoffman speaks with Dr. Felix Stracke, VP of Engineering New Mobility at Rheinmetall, about the company's innovative curbside EV charger. The conversation covers Rheinmetall, best known as a defense contractor, through its entry into the electric vehicle charging space with its novel curb charger solution. Dr Stracke shares insights from pilot testing in Cologne, and future expansion plans into Europe. The discussion highlights the importance of innovative solutions for urban charging infrastructure and the potential impact on EV adoption.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

04:54 Innovative Curbside Charger Design

09:49 Technical Specifications and User Experience

15:37 Pilot Program Insights and User Feedback

21:20 The Advantages of Curb Chargers

25:57 The Need for Urban Charging Solutions

36:24 Closing Thoughts and Future Collaborations

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