Hyundai & Shell to expand fast charging network at 36 dealerships
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Hyundai & Shell to expand fast charging network at 36 dealerships

Hyundai Motor India has joined forces with Shell India to install 60 kW fast chargers at 36 of its dealerships across the country. The collaboration, facilitated through a memorandum of agreement with Shell India Markets Pvt Ltd, aims to enhance the charging infrastructure for battery electric vehicles in India. The strategic partnership between Hyundai and Shell underscores the shared commitment to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles and contribute to the national objective of achieving carbon neutrality. Unsoo Kim, MD & CEO of Hyundai Motor India, emphasised the significance of such alliances in driving the widespread adoption of electric vehicles by customers.

Currently, Hyundai has an established network of 72 electric vehicle dealers spanning 45 cities. By partnering with Shell, the company aims to expand the charging infrastructure to provide easy access, dynamic availability, and a seamless charging experience for electric vehicle owners. Sanjay Varkey, Director at Shell India, highlighted the objectives of the partnership, stating that it aims to improve the charging infrastructure for battery electric vehicles in India. The collaboration will offer customers safe, reliable, and convenient charging facilities, further encouraging the uptake of electric vehicles in the country.

With this initiative, Hyundai and Shell are taking proactive steps to address the crucial aspect of charging infrastructure, a key factor in driving the widespread adoption of electric vehicles. By providing fast charging capabilities at dealerships, the partnership aims to enhance the convenience and accessibility of charging facilities, ultimately contributing to the growth of the electric vehicle ecosystem in India.

Hyundai Motor India has joined forces with Shell India to install 60 kW fast chargers at 36 of its dealerships across the country. The collaboration, facilitated through a memorandum of agreement with Shell India Markets Pvt Ltd, aims to enhance the charging infrastructure for battery electric vehicles in India. The strategic partnership between Hyundai and Shell underscores the shared commitment to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles and contribute to the national objective of achieving carbon neutrality. Unsoo Kim, MD & CEO of Hyundai Motor India, emphasised the significance of such alliances in driving the widespread adoption of electric vehicles by customers. Currently, Hyundai has an established network of 72 electric vehicle dealers spanning 45 cities. By partnering with Shell, the company aims to expand the charging infrastructure to provide easy access, dynamic availability, and a seamless charging experience for electric vehicle owners. Sanjay Varkey, Director at Shell India, highlighted the objectives of the partnership, stating that it aims to improve the charging infrastructure for battery electric vehicles in India. The collaboration will offer customers safe, reliable, and convenient charging facilities, further encouraging the uptake of electric vehicles in the country. With this initiative, Hyundai and Shell are taking proactive steps to address the crucial aspect of charging infrastructure, a key factor in driving the widespread adoption of electric vehicles. By providing fast charging capabilities at dealerships, the partnership aims to enhance the convenience and accessibility of charging facilities, ultimately contributing to the growth of the electric vehicle ecosystem in India.

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