Blink Charging Co. has announced the installation of 10 180-kW dual-port DC fast chargers, providing 20 charging ports at a vital transportation location along State Route 111 near the US-Mexico border in Imperial County, California. These chargers are part of Blink's Right Charger, Right Place, Right Time strategy to expand public access to electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
The installation is located at Imperial Center, a growing commercial and retail hub that serves as a crucial north-south route connecting several key areas, including Mexicali, El Centro, Brawley and the Coachella Valley. The project also provides enhanced access to Interstate 8, which facilitates travel between San Diego and Arizona.
The initiative aims to support a wide range of travelers, including residents, long-distance commuters and commercial freight operators, by offering critical infrastructure in a heavily traveled region.
Mike Battaglia, president and CEO of Blink Charging, highlighted the importance of SR-111 as a transportation artery for local communities and international traffic, noting that the new chargers will boost confidence for EV drivers traveling between Mexico and Southern California, as well as those journeying along the I-8 corridor.
The chargers are strategically positioned at Imperial Center, adjacent to multiple amenities such as the Heber Mart Price Center, Prestige Event Center, and a convenience store and gas station, making it an ideal location for commuters, tourists and commercial drivers to access fast and reliable EV charging. Mike Nahass, managing member of Imperial Center LLC, emphasized the importance of this infrastructure investment, which meets the needs of local, regional and international travelers converging on this crucial corridor.
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