AAA to deploy fast-charging trucks for stranded EV drivers

The American Automobile Association plans to use fast-charging trucks to help electric-vehicle drivers who get stranded when their car battery runs out.

AAA will begin testing the trucks starting in August, the group told Bloomberg. At first, there will be six "mobile charging units" stationed in California, Oregon, Washington, Florida, Tennessee and Georgia.

AAA has not released details about the cost or makers yet but said it will test chargers from multiple suppliers.

With more and more electric vehicles on the road, power companies are upgrading networks with "smart meters" and new transformers to ensure that EV buyers can recharge their vehicles at home.

But it's always good to have a backup.

AAA will unveil its first fast-charging truck at an electric-vehicle conference in Raleigh, N.C., in July.

By Michelle Koueiter