Charging stations

As of Q3 of 2025, there were more than 1,000,000 charge points in the bloc. The charging network has grown faster than the electric vehicle fleet. All EU countries already meet their 2025 AFIR fleet-based target based on the amount of charging points deployed in H1 2025. For the EU as a whole, the AFIR target is exceeded by 174%, and 22 of the 27 EU countries have at least twice as much charging power as required by law. Fast charging accounts for a growing share of the public charging (now 17% of the public chargers). By August 2025, 77% of EU's main motorway network was already covered with ultra-fast charging, meeting the 2025 AFIR target.

It is crucial to roll-out strategically located, smart and interoperable infrastructure. Smart and bi-directional charging at home and workplace is a priority as most charging will happen there. Rolling out fast charging hubs across all EU roads and outside cities to allow charging for top-ups and shared fleets is also important. Commercial property, fuel stations, park & ride schemes, shops and hotels, for example, should all provide charging solutions. It should be as easy for a driver to charge their EV as it is to fill up their tank today, with transparent pricing and seamless payment solutions.