E-mobility: EU Parliament votes to expand charging infrastructure for e-cars

 "The EU Parliament has passed a law on the mandatory expansion of the charging infrastructure for e-cars in Europe. 

Public charging stations are to be available at least every 60 kilometers along the main roads of the European Union by 2026.

 A large majority of MEPs voted in favor of these regulations, which were agreed with the member states in March.

According to Parliament, charging stations for trucks are to be installed every 120 kilometers along the so-called TEN-T core network by 2028. In addition, by 2031 there should be hydrogen filling stations at least every 200 kilometers. Exceptions are therefore provided for very remote regions, islands and roads with very little traffic.

The new law also makes specifications for uniform payment options and information on price and performance at charging and petrol stations. For example, the price at e-car charging stations must be specified in kilowatt hours. It must also be possible to pay by card.

In July last year, the European Commission proposed expanding the alternative charging infrastructure for cars and ships as part of the new climate package. The expansion targets should help to ensure that at least 55 percent fewer greenhouse gases are emitted in the EU by 2030 compared to 1990. The Council of Member States has also yet to formally approve the law.”