The Chinese mainland's electric vehicle (EV) market is experiencing rapid growth, underpinned by a significant expansion in charging infrastructure. By the end of June, the total number of EV charging piles reached 10.24 million units, marking a 54 percent increase compared to the previous year, according to Zhang Xing, a spokesperson for the National Energy Administration (NEA).
These charging facilities are now catering to the needs of 24 million new energy vehicles across the country. During the first half of the year, new energy vehicles consumed a total of 51.3 billion kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity, a 40 percent rise from H1 of last year.
The NEA is also focusing on expanding charging infrastructure in rural areas to unlock the potential of the EV market. Currently, one-third of the provincial-level regions have established charging piles in towns and villages, enhancing accessibility for a broader range of residents.
The production and sales of new energy vehicles in the Chinese mainland have shown robust growth in H1, with production up by 30.1 percent and sales increasing by 32 percent year on year, according to industry data.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
