Hyundai Partners With Charge Zone To Launch 100 New EV Charging Stations in India

New Delhi, Jul 25 (KNN) In a significant move to bolster India's electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem, Hyundai Motor India has announced a strategic partnership with Charge Zone to dramatically expand its EV charging network across the country.

This collaboration marks a pivotal step in addressing one of the primary concerns for potential EV adopters: charging infrastructure.

The South Korean automaker, which currently operates 19 dealerships equipped with DC 60 kW public EV charging stations, is set to quintuple this number. 

Under a recently signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), Charge Zone will install DC 60 kW fast chargers at an additional 81 Hyundai dealerships, bringing the total to 100 locations nationwide.

This expansion is not just about numbers; it's strategically designed to alleviate range anxiety for both intercity and intra-city travellers. 

By positioning these charging stations at dealerships along major highways and within urban centres, Hyundai aims to create a comprehensive network that supports the growing EV market in India.

Jae Wan Ryu, Function Head of Corporate Planning at Hyundai Motor India, emphasised the importance of this initiative, stating, "As India aims for greater adoption of electric mobility, it is equally important to bolster the EV charging infrastructure to counter range anxiety and build customer preference towards adoption of electric mobility", reported PTI.

The move aligns with India's ambitious goals for carbon neutrality and electric mobility adoption. By forming strategic alliances, Hyundai is not only enhancing its own EV ecosystem but also contributing to the broader national objective of reducing carbon emissions in the transportation sector.

This partnership between Hyundai and Charge Zone represents a significant private sector investment in India's EV infrastructure. 

As the country continues to push for cleaner transportation options, such collaborations between automotive manufacturers and charging infrastructure providers will be crucial in accelerating the transition to electric vehicles.

As the network grows, it will be interesting to observe its impact on EV sales and the overall transformation of India's automotive landscape.

(KNN Bureau)