Hyundai Motor-SK Networks Open Largest Electric Vehicle Charging Station in Korea

Opening of Hyundai EV Station Gangdong on the 21st
Converting existing gas stations to charging stations to accelerate clean mobility, built in partnership with SK Networks
Installation of 8 'Hi-Charger' ultra-fast 350kW electric vehicle chargers, the highest level in Korea

The appearance of 'Hyundai EV Station Gangdong' located in Gil-dong, Gangdong-gu, Seoul

[Asia Economy Reporter Changhwan Lee] Hyundai Motor Company announced that it has established 'Hyundai EV Station Gangdong,' the largest ultra-fast electric vehicle charging station in Korea, in Gildong, Gangdong-gu, Seoul, and will begin full-scale operation from the 21st.

Hyundai EV Station Gangdong was created to accelerate the transition to 'Clean Mobility' by transforming the representative symbol of internal combustion engine vehicles, the 'gas station,' into an electric vehicle charging station. This was based on a business agreement signed with SK Networks in 2017.

The charging station, with a total floor area of 4,066㎡ (approximately 1,230 pyeong), is equipped with a total of eight Hi-Chargers, ultra-fast charging facilities developed by Hyundai, making it the largest ultra-fast charging infrastructure in Korea in terms of area and equipment.

The Hi-Charger applies domestic top-level 350kW high-output, high-efficiency charging technology based on output capacity. When charging an electric vehicle equipped with an 800V large-capacity battery using the Hi-Charger, it can charge from 10% to 80% within 18 minutes.

In particular, the Hi-Charger features a partially automated connection cable, allowing customers to connect the charging port easily without feeling the weight of the cable, and its dual-type charging port enables charging of two electric vehicles simultaneously.

Hyundai plans to equip its electric vehicle dedicated models, including the Ioniq 5 and those to be released sequentially from this year, with an 800V charging system capable of ultra-fast charging. It explained that Hyundai EV Station Gangdong will have a positive impact on the company's future strategy to lead the electric vehicle era.

Hyundai customers can enjoy benefits such as charging reservation and payment, free use of e-books and vehicle cleaning supplies while waiting for charging, and a 23% discount on charging fees after registering on the Hi-Charger application and completing vehicle authentication. To revitalize the domestic electric vehicle market, Hyundai EV Station Gangdong will also be open to customers using other brands' electric vehicles and will operate 24 hours a day, year-round.

Meanwhile, Hyundai operates various test drive programs considering customers' lifestyles for those considering purchasing electric vehicles. The test drive programs consist of general test drives to experience the vehicle's driving performance and convenience technologies, and specialized test drives such as Car+Picnic.

At Hyundai EV Station Gangdong, professional instructors who provide detailed explanations and test drive support for electric vehicles will be stationed to guide customers in selecting their desired models (Nexo, Kona Electric) and courses for test drives.

A company official said, "We established Hyundai EV Station Gangdong so that customers can drive electric vehicles easily and conveniently without worrying about charging," adding, "Hyundai Motor Company will continue to lead in developing and distributing world-class electric vehicles while striving to expand electric vehicle charging infrastructure."

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