Porsche Centre Kuwait, Behbehani Motors Company has collaborated with the Environmental Public Authority (EPA) of Kuwait to install a Porsche Destination Charging station at the organization’s building. This project is part of an ongoing plan to enhance the ownership of electric vehicles (EV) in the country. Located at the EPA’s 4th ring road, Shuwaikh Industrial Area site, the charger, which is compatible with a range of EVs, is available to staff and members of the public.
In line with Porsche’s drive towards electrification, referred to as E-performance, the newly installed charging station is part of a global network of ‘Porsche Destination Charging’ facilities. The program is aimed at establishing networked infrastructure for owners of hybrid (HEV) and battery operated-electric vehicles (BEVs). Alongside its partnerships with authorities, the brand will also install charging ports at premium hotspot locations where customer with EVs spend some dwell time, such as hotels and malls. The program aims to complement public facilities, those available at dealerships and convenient solutions in the home.
Commenting on the installation of the charging station, Hany Marie, Brand Manager at Porsche Centre Kuwait, said: “It is important that we share the EPA’s vision around the shift towards electric mobility here in Kuwait. We are delighted to work with such a key governmental body, to ensure owners can conveniently charge their EVs during visits. We have significant plans for developing charging infrastructure throughout the country, and as such, work is already underway to install more stations at premium locations, which we will be announcing soon. In the meantime, we also encourage those who are interested in becoming a ‘Porsche Destination Charging’ partner to get in contact with us.”
Responsible for the general mandate for environmental affairs in the state, the Environmental
Public Authority of Kuwait is a public body attached to the Council of Ministers and is supervised by the Supreme Council for the Environment. The public body focuses on developing plans aimed at protecting the air, water, coast and terrestrial environment. The one charging station installed at the site, feature 11kW Porsche Mobile Chargers.
The Stuttgart-based sports car manufacturer is currently offering a variety of HEVs in its Panamera and Cayenne model ranges and unveiled its first all-electric sports car the Taycan which can be ordered through Porsche Centre Kuwait. Porsche’s latest model features unique design and dynamic performance that continues the brand’s tradition of producing exhilarating sports cars.
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