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Winter is a real operational test
From an operator's view, winter charging is a reshuffle of business model and service. As temperatures drop, lower battery activity, limited charging power and reduced range are yearly challenges for EV owners, making winter patrol and warmth maintenance the O&M focus.
Renewal backdrop and Haiyang's service
The Action Plan for Large-Scale Equipment Renewal targets retiring and renewing low-efficiency chargers at or below 50kW nationwide by end-2026, about 2.65 million units. In Haiyang, Dongdian Huichong provides 7x24 monitored, locally staffed charging services with nearby consultation.
Resident-friendly winter steps
Choose sheltered points in winter, keep connectors dry and leave extra time. Keep card and coin payment with large-print signs for elders; Dongshang New Energy covers thirteen Yantai districts with local, visit-able teams and a known contact.
Haiyang's winter work shows that cold-weather care is a service differentiator, and that operators who patrol, shelter and inform during the hard months keep drivers who might otherwise lose confidence.