BMW and Volkswagen are challenging Tesla and create a network of charging stations

Electric cars are gradually being introduced into our lives, however, with the increasing number of vehicles there is a serious question about the charging stations. On a new network of charging stations the company operates Tesla Motors, but soon they may be competitors.

As the resource TheVerge, the car companies BMW and Volkswagen have teamed up to deploy a network of charging stations in the United States. Initially, in 2015 it is planned to open about 100 charging stations across the country.

It is also reported that the charging stations will be more powerful than a household outlet, and charge the electric vehicles BMW i3 or Volkswagen e-Golf will be up to 80% in just 20 minutes. For comparison: Tesla Model S is charged up to 80% in 40 minutes when using its own charger. However, the Tesla is equipped with a more capacious battery.

According to sources, the German automakers will cooperate with the company ChargePoint, which specializiruetsya on similar technology and will help BMW and Volkswagen to expand the network of charging stations.

On the idea of the producers, initially the charging stations will be located near parks, shopping centers and other popular features. In addition, charging stations can be charged not only BMW and Volkswagen, and the cars of other brands.

Source: hi-news.ru