Electric vehicle (EV) sales, including those of MG, Tata, and Mahindra, are increasing in India. Moreover, to support such growth, both the government and private sector are working towards providing sufficient EV resources.
Recently, MG Motor India collaborated with Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (HPCL) to boost EV charging infrastructure in the country. As per the agreement, both organizations will install 50kW/60kW DC fast chargers at significant locations, including highways and metro cities.
Enhancing EV Charging Accessibility
Many EV owners find it difficult to charge their vehicles during long-distance and intracity commutes. Thus, this partnership will increase the EV chargers’ accessibility, offering convenience to EV users.
The official statement indicates that the public-mode network of chargers caters to all EVs compatible with the CCS 2 charging standard. The CCS 2 charger integrates both AC and DC charging into a single plug and socket. Now, that allows for faster and more efficient charging of EVs.
MG customers can access these charging stations through the MyMG App and locate them using the integrated HPCL network discovery tool.
Gaurav Gupta, Chief Growth Officer, MG Motor India, said:
As an early mover in the EV space, MG has been at the forefront of the development of a strong EV ecosystem.
Along with our ecosystem partners, we are working to create a vast network of EV charging stations, in addition to battery recycling & battery second life solutions for the end-to-end sustainability of electric vehicles.
Our partnership with HPCL is another step to expanding the EV charging infrastructure in India.
EV Charging Station Expansion Goal
HPCL is leveraging its robust network of over 20,000 outlets to participate in the expanding EV ecosystem. It aims to promote a sustainable future by offering green fuel to its customers.
Their current goal is to install 5000 EV charging stations by the end of 2024. Furthermore, HPCL will use MG’s vehicle base to boost the usage of its chargers installed across India.
One of the benefits of charging your EVs from these stations is that you can get loyalty rewards and special offers. HPCL aims to promote electric mobility in the country through these initiatives.
