Range anxiety solved? Stellantis to open first EV battery-swap station in 2024

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Stellantis plans to open its first battery swap station in Europe by 2024, capable of swapping out and fitting a fully charged battery in under five minutes. The station, developed with Ample, will be located in Madrid, Spain, as part of a trial involving 100 Fiat 500e EVs. If successful, the technology will be implemented across Stellantis brands like Alfa Romeo, Citroen, Peugeot, Jeep, and Maserati. NIO currently leads in battery swaps, with plans to expand in Europe. Stellantis aims for rapid station expansion post-trial. Ample’s head believes quick charging will boost EV adoption.

Brands mentioned: Stellantis, Alfa Romeo, Citroen, Peugeot, Jeep, Maserati, Fiat, NIO.