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The French market for electric vehicles is experiencing a major transformation with the dramatic increase in charging infrastructure. The latest data from Avere-France reveals an unprecedented expansion of the network, marking a crucial step in the democratization of electric mobility.
Record growth in charging infrastructure
The French network now displays 154,694 charging pointsan impressive progression of 31% compared to the previous year. This significant increase brings the density to 230 terminals per 100,000 inhabitantsa ratio that places France in a favorable position to support the mass adoption of electric cars.
The distribution of terminals across the territory presents notable disparities:
- Île-de-France dominates with 26,538 charging points
- The Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region stands out with a installed power of 918,112 kW
- Guyana remains behind with only 48 charging points
Available technologies and powers
Analysis of the types of terminals reveals a diversification of charging solutions. The alternating current terminals of 7.4 to 22 kW represent 47% of the national park. Fast DC charging is gaining ground, with 5% limits exceeding the 350 kW.
| Type de borne | Availability | Average price/kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Alternating current | 93,2% | 0,64€ |
| Courant continu (<150 kW) | 92,4% | 0,46€ |
| Courant continu (>150 kW) | 94,8% | 0,46€ |
Accessibility and strategic location
The geographical distribution of charging points favors areas with high traffic. Companies welcome 44% facilities, followed by public parking lots with 32%. Public roads, with 17% charging points, represents significant development potential to improve accessibility to users.
The 95% immediate access rate at the terminals demonstrates satisfactory availability for users. This reassuring statistic counteracts concerns related to range and ease of charging, two historical obstacles to the adoption of electric vehicles.
-Tariff stability and economic outlook
Recharge prices maintain their stability, with competitive average rates. Direct current charging has an attractive cost of 0.46€ per kWhwhile the alternating current is at 0.64€ per kWh. These prices, associated with the announced drop in electricity costs for February, reinforce the economic advantage of electric cars over thermal vehicles.
The territorial network is intensifying with players like Lidl, which offers ultra-fast terminals at 360 kW at the most competitive prices on the market. This competition drives innovation and helps keep prices affordable for users.
Written by Alexandra Dujonc
After studying electrical engineering, I worked on research and development projects aimed at improving the charging capacity of electric cars, which I made into my specialty! I put my in-depth knowledge on the subject of electric charging at your disposal.
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