Info Charger

An EV charger that displays relevant information.

Duration

6 weeks

Type

Studio Project

Skillset

Research, Surface modeling

Cars are central to the daily lives of many people, but the average driver’s understanding of their vehicle has eroded as cars have grown more complex and opaque.

Cars are central to the daily lives of many people, but the average driver’s understanding of their vehicle has eroded as cars have grown more complex and opaque.

The result is an increasing disconnect between the driving population and the vehicles they depend on.

The result is an increasing disconnect between the driving population and the vehicles they depend on.

How might we help everyday drivers build a better understanding of their car?

How might we help everyday drivers build a better understanding of their car?

This charger handle builds understanding over time with a low-effort interaction.

This charger handle builds understanding over time with a low-effort interaction.

Key insights.

In the moment of charge, the screen shows info usually hidden behind an app. The driver can switch charge speeds with a single button.

Repeated exposure.

With each plug and unplug, the driver is exposed to important battery metrics on the screen.

Process

Working through different approaches to improving the EV experience. The battery information is the most accessible to understand and convey to the user.

Developing form and UI through sketching.