Fast Charging: The New BP Pulse Network Arrives in France

The BP Pulse ultra-fast charging network plans for 25 stations across the country, with the first ones arriving at the end of 2023.

Well established in the United Kingdom and Germany as well as eight other European countries, the electrical branch of the oil group BP will expand to France. To do this, it is forming a partnership with La Compagnie de Phalsbourg, a commercial landowning company. Its main objectives include deploying 1,000 charging stations on its properties and owning 100,000 m2 of solar panels to supply renewable energy.

Where will BP Pulse charging stations be located?

In France, BP Pulse plans for 25 electric vehicle charging stations. The company does not specify how many chargers will be accessible at each station or their power. The charging points can deliver up to 300 kW, enough to power any current market model. The maximum supported today is 270 kW.

At these stations, BP Pulse states that a 160 km charge takes only 15 minutes. There will also be slower chargers of over 50 kW and 150 kW integrated into the stations. The first BP Pulse stations will go into service “before the end of 2023”.

What is the price for BP Pulse rapid charging?

However, no pricing details have been announced yet for these future stations, whether located in shopping centers or along highways. Expect prices to range between €0.50 and €0.70 per kWh, similar to what is offered by Ionity, Fastned, or TotalEnergies. This translates to roughly €25 for an 80% charge on a Renault Megane E-Tech Electric EV60 (60 kWh). For less powerful chargers (under 300 kW), prices are expected to be lower.

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