# Plug-In Auto Dealerships LAcarGuy is the First Dealer to Have Level 2 Electric Car Charging By Tiana Reid | Published 2010-07-09 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/level-2-electric-car-charging References: [lacarguy](http://www.lacarguy.com/green/electrification.html) It may seem like a long time coming, but LAcarGuy had a launch to celebrate its status as the first automobile dealer in the U.S. to have 'Level 2' electric car charging stations. The stations can be used on hybrid or plug-in vehicles. Be sure to keep your eye on Mike Sullivan, the founder of LAcarGuy, as he's clearly leading the pack in North America's environmental-friendly car industry. Take a look at the gallery to view photographs from the launch event. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Electric Car Dealerships:** Increased demand for electric cars presents an opportunity for dealerships to specialize and provide charging infrastructure. - **Level 2 Charging Stations:** As electric cars become more popular, Level 2 charging stations will become essential for dealerships and other businesses to attract customers. - **Eco-friendly Transportation:** Consumers are increasingly conscious of their environmental impact, which presents an opportunity for businesses to innovate and meet demand for eco-friendly transportation. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive:** The rise of electric cars and charging infrastructure presents a disruption for traditional automotive dealerships, creating space for new players to enter the market. - **Energy:** As demand for electric cars grows, the energy industry has an opportunity to provide sustainable sources of energy for charging infrastructure. - **Technology:** Advancements in electric car technology and charging infrastructure present opportunities for tech companies to innovate and improve the driving experience for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Grocer EV Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recharge-stores.md) - [Electric Vehicle Charging Facilities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ev-charger-manufacturing.md) - [Airport EV Charging Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powerflex.md) - [Retailer EV Charging Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/7eleven-7charge.md) - [Easy-to-Install EV Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ev-level-2-charger.md) - [WiFi-Enabled Car Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/connected-home-charging-station.md) - [Experiential EV Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porsche-charging-lounge.md) - [Electric Car-Charging Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batteryelectric-vehicles.md) - [Asian Electric Vehicle-Focused Facilities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-vehicle-facility.md)