BMW NZ extends charging stations in time for Xmas

BMW NZ offers a free Generation 3 BMW Wallbox for new electric BMWs.    Photo: BMW

BMW New Zealand is charging ahead with helping electric vehicle owners by now having 144 Wallbox units in 65 locations such as hotels and golf courses.

The initiative comes as the German premium brand is set to expand its electric vehicle (EV) range in 2025 with the introduction of such vehicles as the i5 M60 xDrive Touring.

The BMW Wallbox Generation 3 charging units are across the North and South Islands, including hotels, motels, golf retailers, golf courses, restaurants and holiday parks.

BMW New Zealand Managing Director Adam Shaver said a strategic approach had been taken to the deployment of the chargers. 

“Public charging infrastructure is a critical topic when planning drives and holidays across our beautiful country – particularly at this time of year – so we are delighted to see our network grow and provide an array of options for EV owners that cater to their different needs,” said Shaver. 

“Our plan has always been to provide a range of solutions for drivers and their families, whether they are playing a round of golf or staying in a holiday park.” 

The growth of the public charging network aligns with BMW’s commitment to electromobility and offering New Zealanders the broadest choice of new electrified vehicles, both battery electric and plug-in hybrid, of any manufacturer represented in the country. 

BMW has expanded its burgeoning electrified portfolio this year with launches of the i5 M60 xDrive Touring (BEV), X1 xDrive25e (PHEV), iX1 eDrive20 (BEV) and BMW M5 Sedan (PHEV). 

Next year it will introduce three more plug-in hybrids – the X3 xDrive30e, 550e xDrive and M5 Touring.  

In addition to its public charging expansion and growing product range, BMW New Zealand offers a complimentary Generation 3 BMW Wallbox – the same type that features at Destination Charging locations – with the purchase of every new fully electric BMW model.