BPCL launches fourth EV fast charging corridor in India – EQ Mag
The retailer has installed chargers at 12 strategically located service stations across 750 kilometers of the Delhi National Highway.
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) announced the launch of a new Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Corridor on the Delhi – Jalandhar National Highway. The retailer deployed fast charging stations at 12 BPCL stations strategically located along the highway as part of its initiative to address the range anxiety of EV owners.
The 750 Km long segment of the corridor is the fourth such Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Corridor of the brand in the country, with charging sites separated by roughly 100 Kms on both sides of the highway.
These facilities will help customers recharge their EVs in just about 30 minutes to get a driving range of up to 125 kilometers after which there will be another charging location. All EV customers will be able to use the installations via a pay-per-use online service. Chargers can be self-operated without any manual assistance though support staff will be at hand when needed.
“We are excited about our innovative technology integration with MG Motors who have incorporated our EV charging network in their dashboard navigator providing unmatched convenience for MG EV owners. This truly reflects the commitment of both our organizations to bring in cutting edge technology for the promotion of EV adoption in the country,” said Subhankar Sen, Head of Retail Initiatives & Brand at BPCL.
Going forward, 200 more chargers under the brand eDrive will be set up along key National Highways by 31st March 2023 as part of the drive to support and accelerate the EV adoption in India. BPCL aims to convert its 7,000 conventional retail outlets into energy stations providing multiple fueling options.
Source: PTI
