EV charging network

Electric vehicle sales are climbing across the European Union, with EVs now accounting for 21.7% of the car market in 2026. The figures point to a steady shift away from combustion engines as manufacturers roll out more affordable models and charging networks expand. Industry watchers are debating whether the pace of growth will hold as subsidies are trimmed in several member states.

Chinese automakers Geely and Nio have signed an agreement to accelerate the rollout of battery swap stations, which let drivers exchange depleted EV batteries for fully charged ones in minutes. The deal could bring the technology to more locations, and it signals growing industry cooperation around swapping as an alternative to conventional charging networks.

Chinese electric vehicle maker NIO has signed definitive agreements for a strategic transaction with Geely Holding Group covering battery swapping and charging businesses. The move deepens cooperation between the two automakers in power-swap infrastructure, a technology NIO has invested heavily in and has been seeking to open to other manufacturers. The deal is drawing attention from investors tracking NIO's cost pressures and the broader shift toward shared EV charging networks in China.

Chinese electric vehicle makers NIO and Geely have announced a partnership covering battery swapping technology and EV charging infrastructure in China. The deal would let Geely vehicles tap into NIO's expanding swap network, the largest of its kind, while both companies work toward shared charging standards. It is seen as a step toward industry-wide cooperation on battery swapping as competition intensifies in China's crowded EV market.

OBE Power has secured a new equity investment that it will use to expand its electric vehicle charging network across North America. The company, a provider of EV charging solutions, says the funding will support its growth plans in the region. The announcement was reported by Charged EVs, though further financial details of the deal have not been disclosed.

Major competing automakers are cooperating to tackle the biggest obstacle to electric vehicle adoption: unreliable public charging. The joint effort aims to make charging networks more dependable and consistent across brands, addressing a top concern for drivers considering the switch to electric cars.

Côte d’Ivoire-based EV.Tech has secured an investment from Enko Capital to expand its electric vehicle charging network across the country. The deal signals growing investor interest in African clean-mobility infrastructure, with the startup expected to use the funds to scale charging points and support adoption of electric vehicles in the region.

Contrary to predictions that mass electric vehicle adoption would strain Australia's electricity network, the country's overall energy use has reportedly fallen by 5%. Commentators are pointing to the figure as evidence that EV charging is being absorbed into the grid far more smoothly than critics warned, fuelling debate over whether fears about EVs overwhelming power networks were overblown.

US fast-charging network EVgo has announced a 750kW fast charging system that could recharge an electric vehicle in around 10 minutes. The system would far exceed the power of most chargers currently deployed, which typically deliver 150-350kW. The announcement is drawing attention from EV drivers and industry watchers, who see faster charging as a key step toward making electric cars more convenient for long-distance travel.

European fast-charging operator Fastned says it has created a 'nationwide driveway' for electric vehicle drivers, a framing for its network of highway charging stations that lets drivers recharge as conveniently as plugging in at home. The announcement highlights the company's push to expand coverage so EV owners can travel long distances without range anxiety.

US charging network operator EVgo has unveiled a 750kW electric vehicle charging system it plans to roll out from 2027. The system would rank among the most powerful publicly announced chargers, promising dramatically faster charging times for compatible electric vehicles. Details on pricing, hardware partners and site deployment remain limited as the company prepares for the planned launch.

Athens has launched a new network for electric vehicle charging, expanding the city's charging infrastructure for drivers. The announcement, reported by Greek outlet Kathimerini's English edition, signals continued investment in electric mobility in the Greek capital. Details on the number of stations, operators and rollout timetable have not yet been widely reported, but the move is being noted as part of Greece's broader push toward electrified transport.

EV charging network Be.EV has launched new charging passes aimed at lowering costs for electric vehicle drivers, with rates starting as low as 36p per kWh. The move is pitched as a way to make public charging cheaper and simpler for regular users. Coverage so far focuses on the pricing detail, which undercuts typical rapid-charging rates in the UK market.

The Philippines is increasing its budget for electric vehicle infrastructure as the country works to expand its national charging network. The move comes as the charging network faces a test of whether it can keep pace with growing EV adoption. Observers see the funding boost as a signal of the government's commitment to electrifying transport, though questions remain over how quickly coverage can extend beyond major urban areas.