Regulations and standards for electric vehicle charging infrastructure: A comparative analysis between Brazil and leading countries in electromobility

Abstract

Electric mobility is an emerging technological alternative to reduce carbon emissions in the transportation sector. Leading countries in electromobility have developed comprehensive regulations for the production, infrastructure, and use of electric vehicles. This article examines the main international and Brazilian regulations and standards related to electric vehicle charging infrastructure, highlighting the specificities and gaps of each approach. The comparative analysis includes regulations such as the European Union’s Directive 2014/94/EU and Japan’s JEVS G105-1993 and China’s GB/T 18487-3 standards, in contrast to the current situation in Brazil, which lacks a more structured regulatory framework. The used methodology involves a literature review and analysis of regulatory documents, with criteria focused on standardization, pricing, installation, homologation, and tax incentives. The results show that the Brazilian regulatory scenario needs greater coherence and improvement, especially regarding technical standardization and incentive policies. It is essential that stakeholders collaborate to develop specific policies and guidelines that address the identified gaps and encourage the adoption of electric vehicles in Brazil. The study suggests the adoption of more detailed regulations and the establishment of fiscal and technical incentive mechanisms to align Brazil with international best practices and accelerate the transition to electric mobility.