{
  "id": 3228576,
  "title": "Hyundai taps Reliance-backed Jio-bp for EV charging",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/hyundai-taps-reliance-backed-jio-bp-for-ev-charging",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-08-25T08:22:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Economic Times",
    "slug": "the-economic-times",
    "url": "https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/renewables/hyundai-taps-reliance-backed-jio-bp-to-take-ev-charging-network-to-37000-points/articleshow/133500823.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Hyundai Motor India has joined forces with Jio-bp, a Reliance Industries-backed entity, to broaden its electric vehicle charging network. This collaboration extends the availability of charging points to over 37,000 across the country through Hyundai's myHyundai app. The partnership brings more than 7,000 Jio-bp pulse charging points, which are located in 300-plus cities, into Hyundai's charging platform. Jio-bp users can now also access Hyundai's network, which currently features 183 operational DC fast-charging stations.\n\nThe collaboration aims to tackle the issue of charging anxiety, which has emerged as a significant concern for electric vehicle (EV) users in India. By providing a unified platform for accessing various charging stations, the partnership hopes to enhance accessibility and convenience for EV users, regardless of their vehicle brand.\n\nHyun Sup Lee, executive director and function head of corporate planning at Hyundai Motor India, emphasized the importance of a robust charging infrastructure for the growth of EV adoption in the country. Sarthak Behuria, chairman of Jio-bp, echoed this sentiment, stating that the partnership reflects a shared conviction in building trust and creating a reliable charging ecosystem for Indian consumers.\n\nHyundai plans to expand its fast-charging station network to 600 stations by 2030. These future stations will also be available through the Jio-bp pulse charge pro app, ensuring a seamless charging experience for EV owners. Both companies are committed to providing high-performance charging infrastructure and will explore additional customer-focused offers as part of their partnership.",
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}