Everything you need to know about charging an electric vehicle Published on Article summary No more greasy fuel pumps, slippery forecourts, or the lingering smell of petrol on your fingers. EV charging relegates these issues firmly to the past. If you’re a new or future owner of an electric vehicle, here’s how to charge your EV on the road. Just follow the guide! Key points - On the road, electric vehicles are charged from a charging point at a dedicated charging station or at a petrol station. - Charging points can be geolocated using dedicated smartphone apps or your onboard GPS. - Renault Group has its own network of charging stations, Plug Inn Fast Charge, open to all electric vehicles regardless of make. - Payment for charging is made with a bank card or a pass issued by the charge point operator. Where can I find a charging station? 1 million. In Europe, the number of charging stations passed this symbolic milestone in late 2025. Driven primarily by the rapid expansion in motorway installations, the number of charging points is rising steadily across Europe every year. The three countries with the largest EV charging networks include France(1) with over 174,000 charging points, and Germany(2) with over 198,000. The number one spot is held by the Netherlands, with more than 210,000 charging points. EV charging stations are easy to locate using a dedicated app or GPS connected to your smartphone or in-car multimedia system. And it’s easier still with Renault Group electric vehicles. The Google Maps route planner in openR Link lets you plan charging stops and times before you set out. With this onboard technology, available with Renault 5 E-Tech electric, car of the year 2025, you can take to the road with confidence. EV charging points are now increasingly