The German city of Nuremberg is the scene of the impressive innovation introduced by Audi to offer a great contribution to the world of electric mobility.
It is a futuristic recharging facility for electric cars capable of accommodating up to 80 cars per day, without reaching the capacity limits of the system up to 200 kW.
It has sufficient capacity for six vehicles to remain connected simultaneously to its charging posts, which each have a power of 320 kW.
Movable Hub
The structure unveiled by Audi is a kind of modular base with flexible containers that can be assembled and disassembled in other areas within a few days. Each hub has two fast charging stations and can be combined according to the number desired by the user.
These charging stations are powered by second-life Lithium-ion batteries that serve as energy storage, making the installation very simple without relying on expensive transformers or high-voltage power lines.
Related content: The Enviable Solution QuantumScape Offers for EV Batteries
The firm’s recharging system is capable of delivering 80 percent of battery charge after just 20 to 30 minutes of plugging in. During that time, the facility’s customers will have additional services at their disposal, such as an electric bicycle exchange station, scooter loan, information on Audi products and test drives of the different electric models in the range.
Also, on the upper floor of the charging center, customers have access to a lounge similar to those in airport VIP areas, where they can rest, refuel, eat or work in a premium environment.
Audi charging center VIP lounge
Pricing and Usage
For people who own an Audi vehicle, the company made the “MyAudi” application available for the charging areas. This also gives them the possibility to recharge with the “Plug and Charge” without the need for a card; provided the car has the “PnC” function for the 55 quattro and S models produced since December 1.
Prices for installation are €0.31/kWh for those with an e-tron charging service. The company reported that the hub is intended to be a real alternative to home charging, offering higher powers and is even open to owners not only of Audi, but also of other brands.
So far, the structure created by Audi is a pilot plan that will be used as a starting point for progressive installations at strategic locations on the busiest roads in Europe.
Written by I Jhonattan González
