Beijing. BMW Brilliance Automotive Ltd. and
Mercedes-Benz Group China Ltd. announced today that they had reached
an agreement to establish a 50:50 joint venture in China to operate a
high-power charging network and to provide Chinese customers with
premium charging services.
Both BMW and Mercedes-Benz will apply the expertise gained from
global and Chinese charging operations, as well as the in-depth
understanding of the Chinese new energy vehicle (NEV) market, to
deliver fast, convenient, reliable, and tailor-made charging solutions
for the Chinese market. The cooperation is intended to elevate
customer public charging experience.
The joint venture aims to establish a network of at least 1,000
high-power charging stations with around 7,000 high-power charging
piles by the end of 2026, adopting state-of-the-art charging
technologies. The first stations are expected to open for business in
2024 in top NEV regions, with further stations to be installed nationwide.
The premium charging network will be open to the broader public,
while it is intended that customers of BMW Group and Mercedes-Benz
Group will be able to enjoy a series of exclusive features, such as
plug & charge and online reservation for a seamless digital
experience. The joint venture intends to procure electricity generated
from renewable sources, where conditions allow, to create a
sustainable and eco-friendly charging experience.
The deal is subject to approval by regulatory authorities.
If you have any questions, please contact:
BMW Group Corporate Communications
Sebastian Kessler, Spokesperson Charging Infrastructure, Politics
Telephone: +49 89 382-21616
Email: sebastian.ke.kessler@bmwgroup.de
Media website: www.press.bmwgroup.com
Email: presse@bmwgroup.com
Mercedes-Benz Mobility Communications
Barbara Münzinger, Spokesperson Corporate Communications &
Charging Ecosystem Mobile: +49 176 30923153
E-Mail: barbara.muenzinger@mercedes-benz.com
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