CHARGEMATE: Electric Vehicle Booking

EVs are gaining popularity as a more environmentally friendly form of transportation. However, the accessibility and availability of charging facili- ties are one of the major issues that EV users must deal with. In this paper, we designed and implemented an Android Studio framework-based app for identi- fying EV charging stations. The software makes use of the Google Maps API to provide the precise position of nearby charging stations as well as comprehen- sive details like the type of connection, availability, and cost. Users of the app may also report any errors or out-of-service charging stations and select charging stations depending on their preferences. To assess the app’s usability and effi- cacy, user testing was done. The results of the paper demonstrated that the app is simple to use and gave precise, current information about charging stations. The introduction of the app may help address the problem of the accessibility of charging stations and enhance the whole experience of EV ownership. As EVs grow more popular, there will be a need to develop an effective slot booking sys- tem since charging may be time-consuming, and demand for additional stations will be high. The suggested booking system paradigm is intended to produce a cost-effective and efficient system.