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27 EV Chargers Open on Russia’s M-11 Highway
RusHydro opened two M-11 charging hubs with 27 stations, speeds up to 210 kW and backup power for 22 kW chargers.
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RusHydro has opened two large electric-vehicle charging complexes on the M-11 Neva highway, creating a major fast-charging stop between Moscow and St. Petersburg. The sites support both passenger EVs and electric buses.
One complex is located at kilometer 63 on the side heading from St. Petersburg to Moscow. The second is at kilometer 75 in the opposite direction. Together, they provide 27 charging stations: 13 at one site and 14 at the other.
Charging speeds and backup power
The hubs include:
- Fast chargers rated from 150 to 210 kW
- 22 kW stations for longer stops
- Backup power for the 22 kW chargers during a grid outage
The most powerful unit delivers 210 kW, enabling shorter charging stops for modern EVs. The sites are also designed for electric buses, where predictable downtime is particularly important on scheduled routes.
The backup circuit means the 22 kW stations can continue operating if external power is interrupted. That adds resilience for drivers who cannot afford an unexpected charging failure during a long-distance trip.
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Why the M-11 location matters
The M-11 remains the main high-speed route between Moscow and St. Petersburg, while Russia’s EV fleet continues to grow. Citing Avtostat, the source says the electric-car market has expanded noticeably in recent years, making long-distance travel an increasingly important test for charging networks.
Large hubs are appearing on federal highways and near major transport centers. Along this route, capacity, charging speed, backup power and the number of available spaces will all influence how practical intercity EV travel becomes.
Sergey Kuznetsov is editor-in-chief of itzine.ru and a technical journalist with 15 years of experience. He specializes in in-depth testing of audio equipment, photographic equipment and consumer electronics, and has written more than 5,000 articles. His work covers topics ranging from gaming chairs and networking equipment to smartphone and wearable-device market analysis.
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