Charge+ has launched Singapore’s first Direct Current (DC) fast electric vehicle (EV) charger in a Housing & Development Board (HDB) surface car park at Boon Lay Place Market. This development, officiated by Senior Minister of State Dr Amy Khor, marks a significant milestone in Singapore’s push towards widespread EV adoption.
The introduction of DC chargers in HDB car parks aims to cater to EV drivers who require faster charging options, particularly those who drive longer distances and need to charge more than once a day. Whilst Alternating Current (AC) chargers remain prevalent for overnight charging, DC chargers offer a quicker solution for high-traffic areas. Charge+ plans to expand this network to six additional HDB car parks by mid-2025, including locations at Beach Road, Bukit Merah, Bukit Panjang, Ghim Moh, Jurong East, and Kallang Bahru.
Charge+, Singapore’s largest EV charging operator, has been a pioneer in deploying public EV chargers in HDB estates. The company currently operates over 1,300 charging points across four of Singapore’s five regions. “We are pleased to introduce the first of many DC chargers in HDB car parks, which affirms our commitment to supporting EV drivers with diverse and accessible charging solutions,” said Goh Chee Kiong, CEO of Charge+.
This strategic deployment of DC chargers is part of Singapore’s broader EV roadmap, contributing to a sustainable EV ecosystem as the nation advances towards a greener future. Charge+ continues to play a pivotal role in this transformation, with plans to operate 30,000 charging points globally by 2030.
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