Sokcho City Significantly Expands Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure

42 Additional Chargers Installed at 11 Public Parking Lots
Strengthening the Foundation for an Eco-Friendly Transportation City

Sokcho City in Gangwon Province has signed an agreement with Korea Electric Vehicle Charging Service Co., Ltd. to promote eco-friendly transportation and enhance citizen convenience, installing 42 additional electric vehicle chargers at 11 major public parking lots in the region.

Sokcho City Hall exterior.

As a result, the number of electric vehicle chargers owned and operated by Sokcho City has increased from 72 to 114.

This expansion of electric vehicle chargers in Sokcho City was carried out to proactively respond to the growing demand for charging due to the increase in electric vehicle users, while also providing a stable charging environment.

The newly installed chargers include 33 fast chargers and 9 slow chargers, allowing drivers to choose according to their various usage patterns.

Fast charging offers the convenience of quickly charging while on the move, while slow charging provides an economical and efficient option for long-term parking.

An official from Sokcho City stated, "With this expansion of charging infrastructure, Sokcho City now has a total of 114 chargers, making it much more convenient for both citizens and tourists to use electric vehicles," adding, "We will continue to do our best to expand the adoption of eco-friendly transportation and build the necessary infrastructure."

Meanwhile, having supplied a total of 137 electric vehicles, including passenger cars and trucks, this year, Sokcho City plans to continue its electric vehicle purchase subsidy program by securing ongoing funding.

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