A look back at a transformative year in China's auto industry
Three-year action plan to boost charging network
China revealed a three-year action plan on Sept 24 to improve its electric vehicle charging infrastructure, as part of its broader efforts to boost consumer confidence and accelerate EV adoption nationwide. The plan sets out measures to expand charging network coverage, enhance operational efficiency and service quality, while fostering industry innovation. According to the plan, by the end of 2027, China aims to establish a nationwide network of 28 million charging facilities, with public charging capacity surpassing 300 million kilowatts — sufficient to meet the demand of more than 80 million EVs. Key measures include upgrading urban fast-charging networks, expediting charging facility upgrades in expressway service areas and tackling rural charging infrastructure shortages. The plan also emphasizes the improvement of charging infrastructure in residential areas and scaling up private charging facilities.
