CHINA TO BUILD WORLD’S BIGGEST EV CHARGER NETWORK

BDNT cooperates with ABB to roll out world’s largest EV fast charger network in China; Shenzhen BYD Daimler New Technology Co., Ltd. chooses ABB to supply direct current (DC) fast chargers for rapid charging of new DENZA electric vehicle over the next six years

February 13, 2014 (ABB)

“…[ABB and Shenzhen BYD Daimler New Technology Co., Ltd. (BDNT) will]…supply direct current fast chargers over the next six years for DENZA…[and make China] the global leader for electric vehicle (EV) fast charging…The wall-mounted chargers will have a number of innovations designed for user convenience and safety, such as a mobile app that allows remote monitoring and control of charging sessions, with the option of charging status change notifications. First deliveries are expected in mid- 2014. The charging solution will be sold through DENZA dealerships along with the vehicle…EVs are one of China’s seven emerging strategic industries. ABB and DENZA will work together to help support China’s efforts…The Chinese government has introduced a direct current (DC) fast charging ‘GBT’ standard to encourage technical innovation and stimulate market acceptance of EVs. The urban charging infrastructure will be a key driver for EV adoption. The GBT standard will give Chinese consumers the opportunity to conveniently charge their vehicles at home or at public charging stations…China’s EV market is expected to quickly gain momentum in the coming years…” click here for more

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