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Via Verde Electric ‘loads’ ultra-fast stations in the service areas in A3
Publication: ECO
Author: António Larguesa
Source published: 10/11/2026, 11:21:30 UTC
Briefing created: 15/11/2026, 20:46:54 UTC
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Briefings
Via Verde Electric launched a new ultra-fast charging hub at Trofa service area on the A3 highway near Porto, adding 12 charging points with up to 400 kW capacity. The infrastructure aims to support 25,000 charging sessions annually, though the group notes that electric vehicle usage has dropped 15% due to rising fuel prices. CEO Eduardo Ramos emphasized that rapid licensing is essential to maintain a sustainable mobility network.
Key points
- Via Verde Electric inaugurated a new ultra-fast charging hub at Trofa service area on the A3 highway near Porto, adding 12 charging points with up to 400 kW capacity.
- The infrastructure aims to support 25,000 charging sessions annually, though the group notes that electric vehicle usage has dropped 15% due to rising fuel prices.
Context
Via Verde Electric launched a new ultra-fast charging hub at Trofa service area on the A3 highway near Porto, adding 12 charging points with up to 400 kW capacity. The infrastructure aims to support 25,000 charging sessions annually, though the group notes that electric vehicle usage has dropped 15% due to rising fuel prices. CEO Eduardo Ramos emphasized that rapid licensing is essential to maintain a sustainable mobility network.
Limitations
Evidence covers only the Trofa A3 hub and mentions the group's total network of 280 charging points across A3 and A5 routes. Specific operational details for other hubs are not provided, and the 15% drop in EV usage is attributed to fuel price increases rather than other factors.
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