This document discusses smart charging strategies for electric vehicles (EVs) that can help improve the economics of battery EVs. Smart charging involves monitoring the power grid and EV owner demand in real-time to adjust charging power online and avoid peak loads. This helps maximize the use of existing infrastructure and exploits electricity price variations to smooth out demand. An RFID system is also proposed to manage EV access and parking spot assignment at charging stations. An EV command portal would allow owners to monitor vehicle status. Overall, smart charging can optimize grid resource use, provide a cost-effective solution, and enable a faster EV market penetration while being environmentally friendly.