Author: Daniel Brooks

EVgo has opened its first Tesla Supercharger site in Illinois, marking the beginning of a broader deployment plan that will add hundreds of charging stalls across the United States. The initiative will focus primarily on retail properties operated by Regency Centers, giving drivers access to charging facilities near grocery stores and other everyday businesses. The new 12-stall station is located at 3145 South Ashland Avenue in Chicago, within the Riverside Square & River’s Edge shopping center. It uses Tesla’s Magic Dock technology, allowing vehicles equipped with either the North American Charging Standard (NACS) or Combined Charging System (CCS) connectors to…

Electra has integrated 47 Mercedes-Benz High Power Charging Hubs into its European fast-charging network under a new premium partnership with Mercedes-Benz’s MB.CHARGE Public service. The integration took effect on November 1, 2026, and was announced by the companies on November 3. It adds 374 charge points to Electra’s network, which now comprises more than 800 stations and 5,000 charge points across 10 countries. The agreement expands charging access for Mercedes-Benz customers while increasing Electra’s presence in key European markets. Germany accounts for 31 of the newly integrated hubs, while Austria contributes another six. Charging Access and Customer Benefits Under the…

ABB E-mobility and French charging infrastructure operator Oreve are planning a major expansion of their public charging network for electric heavy-duty vehicles, with 12 additional sites scheduled to enter development across France by the end of 2028. The planned facilities will include approximately 100 charging points with a combined capacity of 18 MW. The expansion builds on a three-year collaboration that has already delivered six charging locations along key freight transport routes. The partners also intend to upgrade existing facilities as demand for electric truck charging increases. New Charging Network Targets Freight Transport Routes Oreve is directing the next phase…

BYD and Spanish energy provider Iberdrola have introduced an electric mobility package in Spain that combines home charging equipment, discounted electricity rates and incentives for public charging. The offer is available to customers purchasing an electric vehicle or plug-in hybrid from BYD. The programme, marketed as “Plan Recarga Inteligente”, builds on the companies’ strategic partnership and is designed to reduce the cost of charging while making home and public charging infrastructure more accessible to BYD customers. Home Charging Equipment and Electricity Discounts Under the agreement, customers purchasing a BYD vehicle can obtain a home wallbox by arranging its installation through…

Finnish charging infrastructure manufacturer Kempower has supplied the technology for a new public electric truck charging hub at the Magna Park logistics site in Leicestershire, UK. The Electroway facility opened on 14 October with 32 DC charging connectors and plans for substantial expansion. The companies involved describe the site as the UK’s largest public charging hub dedicated to electric trucks. Located near Lutterworth in the country’s logistics-focused Golden Triangle, it has access to the M1, M6 and M69 motorways. Magna Park hosts around 50 logistics and distribution centres, including operations for Amazon, Asda and Marks & Spencer. Hundreds of trucks…

Blink Charging plans to change its corporate name to Blink Energy as it expands beyond electric vehicle charging into energy management software and battery energy storage. Announced on October 29, the proposed rebranding reflects the company’s strategy to combine charging infrastructure with technologies that help businesses manage electricity demand, available grid capacity and operating costs. The company, headquartered in Henderson, Nevada, says its network of more than 48,000 connected chargers worldwide provides an established customer base for its broader energy services. Blink intends to offer these solutions to existing customers as well as businesses seeking greater control over their electricity…

RAW Charging has opened a new ultra-rapid electric vehicle (EV) charging hub on Palmerston Road in central Aberdeen, Scotland, adding 14 charging bays to the city’s public charging infrastructure. The facility began operations on October 5 and comprises ten 150 kW charging bays and four units capable of delivering up to 300 kW. Two of the bays are designated as priority spaces. Developed in partnership with infrastructure company Hubber, the site is designed to serve both Aberdeen residents and motorists travelling through the city. Drivers can pay using contactless bank cards or compatible charging applications, while 24-hour customer support is…

Fuuse and Drax Electric Vehicles have been appointed to support the migration of almost 1,000 fleet customers in the UK following BP Pulse’s withdrawal from the workplace charging market. The transition covers more than 14,000 charging sockets and is intended to keep existing infrastructure operational while avoiding unnecessary equipment replacement. Under the partnership, Fuuse will manage the migration of affected customers to its electric vehicle charging management platform. Drax Electric Vehicles will provide nationwide maintenance and service support, including continuity of existing hardware warranties. The arrangement is designed to allow fleet operators to retain their installed charging equipment while maintaining…

ChargePoint has introduced a new Channel Partner Program for distributors across Europe, offering tiered pricing, performance-based rebates, marketing resources and technical training to strengthen its sales network and support the deployment of electric vehicle charging infrastructure. The US-based charging specialist will roll out the initiative across the UK, France, the DACH region, the Benelux countries and the Nordic countries. Participating distributors can access financial incentives, project protection, marketing support and technical training. The program features three partner levels: Bronze, Silver and Gold. Progression depends on annual revenue and completion of designated training courses and certifications. Tiered Incentives for Distributors ChargePoint…

Chinese automaker Chery has entered the megawatt electric vehicle charging race with its new Volt-Dragon system, which has a stated peak output of 1.44 megawatts (MW). The company says the technology can charge a compatible battery from 10% to 97% in six minutes and 50 seconds. The announcement adds Chery to a growing group of Chinese companies developing ultra-high-power charging infrastructure, following similar initiatives from BYD, Geely and Huawei. Volt-Dragon Targets Ultra-Fast Charging Chery presented the Volt-Dragon system at its Global Innovation Conference, alongside CheryMind, the company’s own large artificial intelligence model, according to industry publication Car News China. The…

Nine European partners have launched the CREED project to investigate how electric vehicles, heat pumps, batteries and other flexible technologies can be coordinated to improve renewable energy integration and support electricity grid stability. Short for Cross-sectoral Renewable Energy-Enabled Demand Management, the initiative is led by Austria-based Virtual Vehicle Research GmbH. Its solutions will be demonstrated and validated at seven pilot sites across Austria, Germany, Portugal and the Czech Republic. Launched on 1 October, CREED will run for two and a half years with a total budget of €1.29 million. The project aims to make electricity demand more adaptable to renewable…

Electrify America has opened its largest charging station to date in Orlando, Florida, featuring 24 DC fast chargers capable of delivering up to 350 kW each. The station is located at the Sand Lake Corners South shopping center on South John Young Parkway. Its location provides access to major destinations and transport routes, including Interstate 4, Orlando International Airport, Walt Disney World and Universal Studios. The shopping-centre setting also gives drivers access to food outlets and retail services while their vehicles charge. 24 Chargers Expand Orlando Charging Capacity With 24 high-power charging points at a single location, the new site…

Source, the joint venture between SSE and TotalEnergies, has signed a roaming agreement with GreenFlux to connect its UK rapid charging network to the company’s European platform. The partnership will give customers of more than 100 e-mobility service providers access to Source charging hubs using their existing charging apps or cards. The agreement allows participating drivers to use Source’s charging infrastructure without registering for a separate account, expanding the network’s reach among EV users across Europe. Connecting Source to Europe’s Charging Network Founded in the Netherlands in 2011, GreenFlux provides charging software and roaming services for charge point operators and…

Q-Park is expanding its partnership with Dutch software provider GreenFlux to manage electric vehicle charging infrastructure at its parking locations in Germany and Ireland. The transition will cover more than 700 charging stations in Germany and approximately 120 in Ireland. The move follows the migration of around 1,700 charging stations at Q-Park locations in the Netherlands to GreenFlux’s Charge Point Management System (CPMS). The software manages charging operations and billing, while Q-Park takes greater direct control of its charging business. Q-Park Takes Direct Control of Charging Operations Under the expanded arrangement, Q-Park is moving away from its previous “CPO-as-a-Service” model,…

Voltix has opened its first public fast-charging station for electric heavy-duty trucks in Vierzon, central France, with four charging points capable of delivering up to 1.5 MW each. The facility supports both Combined Charging System (CCS) and Megawatt Charging System (MCS) connectors, with plans to expand the site to eight charging points as the company develops its European network. The station is operated by Voltix, a subsidiary of Vinci Concessions, and is located in the Cher department at the intersection of major transport routes linking Paris, Toulouse and Clermont-Ferrand. The nearby A85 motorway also provides connections towards Tours and France’s…

Pilot and Tesla have opened their first Tesla Megacharger site at a Pilot travel center in Ellabell, Georgia, marking the start of a planned heavy-duty electric truck charging network at selected locations across the United States. The site is equipped with six charging stalls designed for heavy-duty electric trucks. The companies plan to develop additional locations along major freight corridors to support the use of battery-electric trucks in long-haul transportation. First Megacharger Site Opens in Georgia The new facility is located at Pilot travel center No. 1390, at 130 Interstate Exchange Way in Ellabell, Georgia. Pilot and Tesla are developing…

Qwello Benelux has acquired a majority stake in Dutch charging infrastructure specialist Groen-Eco, expanding its business beyond its traditional focus on public charging concessions. The acquisition was completed on September 21. Based in Rotterdam, Groen-Eco operates 720 charging units with more than 1,400 charging points across over 230 locations in the Netherlands, according to the company. The business focuses on charging infrastructure for companies, property owners and semi-public locations. Its projects are typically supported by long-term site agreements lasting more than 10 years. Groen-Eco Adds B2B and Destination Charging Groen-Eco manages the installation, operation, maintenance and billing of its charging…

Swiss charging provider Joya has launched by consolidating the electric vehicle charging activities of Energie 360° Mobilität, Gofast, Swisscharge and Move Mobility. With around 7,500 public charging points, including 1,800 fast-charging points, the company enters the market as Switzerland’s largest charge point operator (CPO). The new company brings together charging businesses developed and acquired by Energie 360°, the utility company majority-owned by the City of Zurich. The consolidation includes Energie 360° Mobilität, Swisscharge, Gofast and Move Mobility, which Energie 360° acquired last year. Joya Consolidates Four Charging Businesses The consolidation brings several charging networks under the Joya Mobility AG structure.…

French charging provider Electra has commissioned its most powerful urban high-power charging site in Europe to date in Madrid. The Carabanchel Electralinera features 26 charging points with charging capacities of up to 600 kW and is designed to serve both passenger cars and commercial vehicles. The charging hub is located between Madrid’s A-42 and M-40 roads, providing access to major traffic routes. According to city officials, the site can simultaneously accommodate 22 passenger cars and four commercial vehicles in the N1 and N2 categories, covering electric vans and trucks with gross vehicle weights of up to 12 tonnes. Charging Hub…

Portuguese manufacturer Efacec has introduced its new “Charging Hub” platform, a modular charging solution designed to support charging parks with up to 16 DC charging points and a combined power output of 1.6 MW. The platform is designed for passenger cars and commercial vehicles and consolidates charging technology, medium-voltage equipment, automation, grid integration and software into a single system. Efacec said the solution was developed entirely in-house to address the charging requirements of vehicle fleets. Modular Power Configuration The Charging Hub is built around modular power units with an output of 800 kW. Operators can configure or increase charging capacity…