VoltIQ: Smart EV Charging Station Finder and Range Prediction System

This paper described the design and implementation of VoltIQ, a web-based electric vehicle range prediction and charging station management application developed for EV users in India. The application combines a multi-factor range prediction model with station discovery, trip planning, and booking features to support users throughout their journey. The system estimates the available driving range based on battery level, battery health, weather, temperature, speed, terrain, traffic, and passenger load. Additional features such as charging station ranking, trip feasibility checking, slot booking, charging history, and an admin panel for station management provide complete support for everyday EV use. The implementation results show that the application can help users make better decisions about when and where to charge, reducing dependence on fixed manufacturer range values and manual station searches. The developed platform demonstrates how a combination of practical prediction methods and integrated features can improve the EV charging experience for users in growing markets like Tamil Nadu.

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