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 their expertise in global and Chinese charging operations and their deep understanding of the Chinese new energy vehicle (NEV) market to offer fast, convenient, reliable, and tailored charging solutions for the Chinese market. The cooperation aims to enhance the public charging experience for customers.
The joint venture aims to set up a network of at least 1,000 high-power charging stations with around 7,000 high-power charging piles by the end of 2026, utilizing 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 public, while customers of BMW Group and Mercedes-Benz Group will have access to exclusive features, such as plug & charge and online reservation for a seamless digital experience. The joint venture plans to source electricity from renewable sources, where possible, to create a sustainable and eco-friendly charging experience.
The deal is subject to approval by regulatory authorities.
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BMW Group Corporate Communications
Sebastian Kessler, Spokesperson Charging Infrastructure, Politics
Telephone: +49 89 382-21616
Email: sebastian.ke.kessler@bmwgroup.de
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Mercedes-Benz Mobility Communications
Barbara Münzinger, Spokesperson Corporate Communications & Charging Ecosystem Mobile: +49 176 30923153