Concerns About the Environment Drive Search for Alternatives to Combustion Engines and Boost Electric Car Sales in Brazil

In Brazil, The Market for Electrified Vehicles (100% Battery Cars and Light Hybrids) Grew 47% Compared to the Same Period in 2021. 

The concern for the environment and the search for alternatives that can replace combustion engines are some of the factors driving the sales of electric cars in Brazil. According to data released by the Brazilian Electric Vehicle Association (ABVE), in the first half of 2022, the market for electrified vehicles (100% battery and light hybrids) grew 47% compared to the same period in 2021. 

Steck Invests in Portable Vehicle Charger to Meet Growing Demand in the Electrified Car Market

Attentive to market movements, Steck, a leader in providing electrical and technological solutions with over 50 product lines, brings to market a portable vehicle charger that charges the vehicle via a 32A industrial outlet.

The product also offers the ability to adjust the charging power to 2.4kW, 3.8kW, 6.0kW, and 7.7kW, providing greater autonomy, safety, and reliability for electric vehicle owners. 

“At Steck, we always want to offer consumers products that can genuinely make their daily lives easier, providing safety, quality, and reliability. Electric vehicles are a global trend, both for environmental reasons and for potential savings. Therefore, we couldn’t overlook investing in a product that is a necessity for our audience,” says Leandro Souza, LATAM Marketing Manager at Steck.

Portable Vehicle Charger Is a Fundamental Component for Electric Car Owners

The portable vehicle charger from Steck is an essential component for electric car owners. Its main function, besides recharging vehicles, is to provide autonomy for charging the vehicle, which can be done in garages, gas stations, or shopping malls equipped with an industrial outlet, making it easier and expanding the usage possibilities of the vehicle for the owner.  

With faster charges, the product is equipped with three power selectors, allowing users to choose between faster or slower charges. There is also the option to schedule a charge based on planned routes, needs, and time spent.

The plug and play feature provides greater practicality and usability for the product. To charge, simply locate a 32A industrial outlet. The charger’s plug is type 2, in the European standard, compatible with the vast majority of electric vehicles.

In addition to these benefits, the Steck portable vehicle charger is equipped with an OLED display and protects against variations in current, voltage, surges, rain, and dust (type A RCD – AC protection – IP65 protection).