In the next seven years, Hyundai intends to add about 600 additional public EV fast-charging stations nationwide, contributing to India’s rapidly expanding charging network.

In India, owning an electric vehicle (EV) is frequently seen as difficult for long-distance driving, mostly because of worries about range anxiety and a sparse network of charging stations. With the advent of more long-range EVs and the significant growth of the charging network, however, things have begun to change. Hyundai has begun tackling these problems head-on by investing in the development of the nation’s EV charging network and making EVs more accessible to the general public, which has also contributed to the move to EVs.

In January 2025, the carmaker also plans to introduce a new electric SUV that will have a useful driving range for a variety of uses. Here are seven compelling arguments for switching to an electric vehicle.

Long Range EVs: No Range Anxiety

India’s EV sector has advanced significantly, and both premium and mass-market automakers now offer long-range EVs. The Hyundai Ioniq 5, a luxury EV with all the creature comforts and a potent 72.6kWh battery and a rear-wheel-drive (RWD) electric motor that produces 217 PS and 350 Nm of torque, is a standout model in this lineup. The Ioniq 5 can handle long-distance trips with ease because of its remarkable 631 km ARAI-claimed range.

If you think the Ioniq 5 is a bit too expensive, don’t worry; the automaker is working on several mass-market electric models, the first of which will be available for purchase in January 2025. 

Charging Station Already Located In All Major Cities

As of February 2024, India had more than 12,000 EV charging stations operating nationwide, according to a report from the Ministry of Power. Of these, more than 3,000 EV charging stations are located in Maharashtra alone, 1,886 are located in Delhi, and more than 1,000 are currently operational in Karnataka.

Hyundai’s Contribution

Hyundai also made great progress in growing its network of EV charging stations, which are already spread throughout major cities including Chennai, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Pune, and Gurugram. Not only that, but the company is constructing a strong nationwide network, with charging stations currently situated along some of the busiest highways in the nation, such as those connecting Bengaluru and Pune, Pune and Kolhapur, Hyderabad and Vijayawada, Delhi and Chandigarh, and Delhi and Jaipur.

Expansion Of Fast Charging Network

Over the next seven years, Hyundai intends to build about 600 public EV fast-charging stations throughout India to spur the adoption of EVs in that nation. By the end of 2024, the first 50 fast-charging stations will be operational. Additionally, the carmaker and the Tamil Nadu government have inked a Memorandum of Understanding to install 100 EV charging stations throughout the state by 2027. Ten stations will be active by the end of 2024 as part of this plan; three are currently completely operating at Chennai’s Spencer Plaza and BSR Mall, as well as the Hotel Seasons in Tiruvannamalai. Soon, the remaining seven stations will be added to the network, giving EV owners even more convenience.

Support For Every EV User

Hyundai has you covered regardless of the charging output that your EV battery supports. To support a variety of EVs, the firm offers EV chargers in several layouts. The DC 150 kW + DC 60 kW + DC 30 kW, DC 150 kW + DC 30 kW, or DC 60 kW versions of these EV chargers are available. For a smooth experience, Hyundai’s EV charging stations are positioned in strategic areas with easy access to dining options, retail centers, and coffee shops. Most stations have marshals on duty to improve customer service, and round-the-clock CCTV monitoring guarantees excellent safety and peace of mind.

myHyundai App: Easy Access To Charging Stations

To make more than 10,000 EV charging stations easily accessible around the nation, Hyundai has partnered with ChargeZone, Statiq, Shell India, and other companies. The myHyundai app will direct you to the closest charging station anytime you need it, no matter where you are.

Hyundai’s Upcoming EV

Building on all of the aforementioned activities, Hyundai plans to launch the Creta EV, a brand-new electric SUV, in India in January 2025. Multiple sightings of test mules of the vehicle have revealed a design resembling the facelifted Creta ICE (internal combustion engine) but with several EV-specific modifications. Hyundai has not yet released information regarding its electric motor or battery pack. Nonetheless, we anticipate that it will come with a variety of battery pack choices and may have a stated range of more than 400 kilometers.

Therefore, these were the top 7 reasons to think about purchasing an EV in India. The Hyundai Creta EV, which is expected to have a reasonable driving range and be backed by Hyundai’s robust charging network, is another option to get your EV journey started.