A Review: Electrical Vehicles for Smarter Cities

Abstract

Electric vehicles (EVs) are a promising technology for achieving a higher-level goal in future, due to their
very low to zero-carbon emissions, low noise, and high efficiency. However, the large penetration of EVs is expected to
affect the existing power grids, due to high loads. Uncontrolled charging of plug-in electric vehicles represents a
challenging task for the energy system. Control charging of EVs—within the concept of smart city—can have a
powerful effect on the power grid load, voltage, frequency, and power losses. In this way, smart charging has been
planned, in order to avoid grid congestion and to integrate renewable energy. This chapter gives idea of transition to
a new age of mobility and the challenges of charging mechanisms within the concept of the smart city. This chapter
analysis the concept, framework, advantages, challenges, and boost strategies to vehicle-to-grid. Complete reviews of
different strategies, smart charging strategy and relative benefits are also given.