Does every gas station on the highway have charging piles?

[LePatrick]

Only some highway service areas have charging piles. Here is some related information about charging piles: 1. Waterproof capability: During the construction of charging piles, waterproof materials are applied to the bottom of the charging facilities. This ensures that the lower 20~30 cm of the charging pile body has waterproof and submersible capabilities. National standards for the waterproof performance of charging piles are very strict. Before charging starts, both the vehicle side and the pile side must undergo insulation testing. If the insulation test fails (due to rain or debris), charging cannot be initiated. Therefore, charging piles generally have no issues with rain exposure. 2. Charging pile monitoring: Most charging piles are made of SMC fiberglass material, ensuring long-term outdoor use and resistance to complex weather conditions. Moreover, modern charging piles are internet-connected, allowing the operational status of each charging pile to be monitored in real-time via a backend system. If any issues or malfunctions occur, the backend will receive immediate alerts, ensuring charging safety. 3. Charging interface: Even though charging piles are equipped with waterproof materials, it is recommended to avoid charging during rain. Some consumers worry that the charging interface may short-circuit due to rain exposure. This concern is not unfounded. Even if manufacturers use insulating materials at the charging interface, charging during rain can still pose risks.