Addresses for EV charging stations in Seoul
- Addresses to be assigned to 200 EV charging stations by August with aims to reach 1,800 by 2024 (1H)
- Public-private partnerships with mobility companies for mobile searches and user convenience
- Plans to expand coverage to be able to locate charging stations in parking lots inside buildings
The city’s assignment of addresses for EV charging stations is expected to play a role in laying the groundwork for the future EV charging industry, such as recognizing the location of temporary charging stations, parking and charging of autonomous vehicles, and safety management of charging stations in buildings, which have previously been difficult to implement.
- Public-private partnerships with mobility companies for mobile searches and user convenience
- Plans to expand coverage to be able to locate charging stations in parking lots inside buildings
The Seoul Metropolitan Government (SMG) announced to assign addresses to EV charging stations so that EV users can locate chargers more quickly and conveniently. Users will now be able to search locations of EV charging stations using a mobile app (i.e. Tmap) and platform (i.e. Elecvery by TBU).
- Mobility: Tmap
- Platform: Elecvery by Technology Beyond Utilities (TBU)
- Chargers: ChargEV, Everon, Daeyoung Chaevi, SK Electlink, GS Connect, Easy Charger, Pumpkin, Joongang Control, Home & Service
The city plans to assign addresses to 200 outdoor fast chargers by August, and gradually expand coverage to all fast chargers in Seoul.
| Phase 1 (Aug. 2023) |
Phase 2 (Dec. 2023) |
Phase 3 (Oct. 2023– Jun. 2024) |
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| Chargers | 200 | 1,000 | 1,800 |
| Application | Streetlight-type and outdoor fast chargers supported directly or indirectly by the SMG | Fast chargers in Seoul | Fast chargers in buildings |