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Sensors to combat illegal charging. Following a reader’s report on the situation in Pinzolo, Powy explains how it plans to respond. Vaielettrico replies. To contact us: info@vaielettrico.it

Sensors to combat illegal charging, another report from Pinzolo

"I am contacting you regarding your article titled ‘Madonna di Campiglio: Pearl of the Dolomites, But Not for Charging’, published on October 23. The article highlights the issue of improper use of charging stalls, including one located near a Powy station in Pinzolo. In this regard, we would like to share some updates. Powy has two charging stations in Pinzolo municipality, located on Via Roma and Viale Dolomiti di Brenta, set to become operational on December 1, 2025. An additional station will be added in Piazza Brenta Alta, starting service on October 29. Furthermore, Powy is working with the Pinzolo municipality to find possible solutions to the problem of improper parking in charging stalls. Among the measures under consideration is the installation of parking sensors at these stations, with the aim of facilitating...

“Proper use of spaces to improve the experience for electric vehicle drivers.” Benedetta Marangon, Powy press office

It’s right to take countermeasures, but it’s the local police who should act...

Response. Anything done to eradicate this bad habit is welcome. We will be able to assess the effectiveness of installing sensors if Powy wishes to share the results. However, there remains a fundamental issue. The habit of parking in charging spots almost everywhere is tolerated and considered at most a minor offense. Until local police change their attitude and intervene to punish violators, we won’t solve this problem. We know they have countless tasks to handle. But this one is all too often unfairly put last.

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