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Seven Automakers, Including GM, Honda & Stellantis (Jeep/Ram), To Create EV Charging Network Joint Venture For Locations Across U.S., Will Power With Renewable Energy
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Seven global automakers -- BMW Group, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz Group, Stellantis NV -- said that they will create a new electric vehicle charging network joint venture which targets to install, "at least 30,000 high-powered charge points in urban and highway locations," in North America
"With a focus on delivering an elevated customer experience, the network will provide reliability, high-powered charging capability, digital integration, appealing locations, various amenities while charging, and use renewable energy," the automakers said
"In line with the sustainability strategies of all seven automakers, the joint venture intends to power the charging network solely by renewable energy," the companies further said
The joint venture is expected to be established this year, subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals, the automakers said.
The first stations are scheduled to open in the summer of 2024
"Focused on customer comfort and charging ease, the stations will be in convenient locations offering canopies wherever possible and amenities such as restrooms, food service and retail operations either nearby or within the same complex. A select number of flagship stations will be equipped with additional amenities, delivering a premier experience designed to showcase the future of charging," the automakers said
"The functions and services of the network will allow for seamless integration with participating automakers' in-vehicle and in-app experiences, including reservations, intelligent route planning and navigation, payment applications, transparent energy management and more. In addition, the network will leverage Plug & Charge technology to further enhance the customer experience," the automakers said
"Initial plans call for the deployment of charging stations in metropolitan areas and along major highways, including connecting corridors and vacation routes, aiming to offer a charging station wherever people may choose to live, work and travel," the companies said
The new charging stations will be accessible to all battery-powered electric vehicles from any automaker using Combined Charging System (CCS) or North American Charging Standard (NACS), "and are expected to meet or exceed the spirit and requirements of the U.S. National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program," the companies said
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July 26, 2023
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