BMW, GS, LG open EV charging hub lounge in Seoul

Drivers can experience the latest BMW and MINI models while charging their EVs

BMW, GS, LG open EV charging hub lounge in Seoul
Jin-Won Kim 1
2024-09-13 11:18:37 jin1@hankyung.com
Automobiles

BMW Group Korea said on Thursday it opened the electric vehicle (EV) Charging Hub Lounge with GS Group and LG Group in Hoehyeon-dong, Seoul.

The Charging Hub Lounge offers drivers an experiential space to relax and explore BMW and MINI vehicles while charging their EVs.

Located on the former site of a GS Caltex gas station, the charging service is operated by GSchargEV, a private provider.

The lounge features six 200kW rapid chargers developed by LG Electronics Inc., supporting plug-and-charge (PnC) technology, which simplifies charging by automatically recognizing vehicle information to authenticate users and process payments.

BMW has installed triple-layer sprinklers in the charging area, alongside safety measures including thermal imaging CCTV, battery-specific fire extinguishers, and fire blankets.

BMW plans to add 350kW ultra-fast chargers and underfloor cooling extinguishing systems.

Write to Jin-Won Kim at jin1@hankyung.com

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