Nearly half of municipalities lack electric vehicle charging stations
In the quest for a successful transition to electric mobility in Germany, the need for improved charging infrastructure cannot be overstated. Dietmar Bartsch, a prominent figure, has emphasised that for people to switch to electric vehicles, a top-notch nationwide charging infrastructure is essential.
However, a potential disadvantage for those living in rural areas could arise due to the lack of charging infrastructure in these regions. This concern was expressed by Bartsch to the Rheinische Post.
The situation is particularly dire in Rhineland-Palatinate, which has the worst charging infrastructure among the German states. Only about one in four municipalities (26.5%) in this state have public charging infrastructure. Three other states - Saxony-Anhalt, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, and Brandenburg - also struggle with poor public charging infrastructure, with approximately 60% of municipalities lacking any such facilities.
In stark contrast, Berlin, Hamburg, and Bremen, as well as Saarland and North Rhine-Westphalia, boast comprehensive coverage, with 100% of public charging infrastructure available. Even in municipalities with more than 5,000 inhabitants, almost every municipality (98%) is equipped with at least one publicly accessible charging point.
The Federal Ministry of Transport has spent around 9.5 billion euros on promoting electric vehicles since the start of state funding. Yet, the neglected infrastructure for electric mobility has been criticised by Bartsch as one reason for the current poor state of the German automotive industry. He labelled the situation a "shameful failure of the transport transition."
Bartsch also highlighted that while the price and range of electric vehicles are important, so is the charging infrastructure. He did not, however, comment on the price and range of electric vehicles in this particular discussion.
The lack of infrastructure in rural areas could potentially disadvantage those living in these areas when transitioning to electric mobility. This is a concern that Bartsch has repeatedly brought to light, calling for immediate action to address this issue and ensure a fair transition for all.
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