EV charging hubs launch at Port Coquitlam and South Surrey Park and Ride
EV charging hubs launch at Port Coquitlam and South Surrey Park and Ride
We’re working with BC Hydro to help create a more sustainable and convenient transportation network!
Together, we’ve launched electric vehicle (EV) fast-charging hubs at our Port Coquitlam and South Surrey Park and Ride lots.
With space for up to 38 EVs to charge at the same time, these hubs will make it easier for drivers to choose their EV to get around and connect to transit.
Connect to the West Coast Express to travel into downtown Vancouver at the Port Coquitlam Park and Ride lot. At South Surrey, connect to the Canada Line using the 351 White Rock Centre/Bridgeport Station express bus or the 321 King George Boulevard bus to connect to the Expo Line.
Each hub features a mix of Level 2 and 180-kilowatt chargers, catering to different charging needs. EV charging stalls are reserved for EV charging only.
Parking your car at a new charger? Here’s what you need to know:
There are two different kinds of chargers available: Level 2 chargers and 180-kilowatt chargers.
- Level 2 chargers:
- are ideal for EV drivers who use public transit and want to charge their vehicle for several hours while they commute.
- can charge an EV in three to 30 hours.
- will also require users to pay for parking at the Park and Ride due to the length of time they will need to be parked to charge.
- 180-kilowatt chargers:
- offer a faster experience for drivers who need to charge vehicle quickly.
- support power sharing and can provide two vehicles up to 90-kilowatts each.
- come equipped with NACS (North American Charging Standard), ensuring compatibility with a wide range of EV models, though not all 180-kilowatt chargers are equipped with this.
- come with an allotted one hour of free parking given the speed of charging and therefore short amount of time required to sit in the lot (typically under an hour).
- Once your vehicle stops charging, you’ll have five minutes to disconnect before you’re charged an idle fee. Idle fees apply at all BC Hydro fast chargers (this doesn’t include Level 2 chargers).
EV users can charge their vehicle by using BC Hydro’s EV charging system and pay for their charge using the BC Hydro EV mobile app, RFID card, or one-time credit card payments via the QR code on the charger.
To learn more about how to charge your vehicle, please visit BC Hydro’s website.
Plans to expand EV fast-charging networks
As BC Hydro continues to build out its fast-charging network, it plans to focus on building more hub sites with multiple chargers along highway corridors and urban communities to provide a faster and more convenient experience for its customers.
TransLink and BC Hydro continue to look for opportunities to expand this partnership at more Park and Ride locations across Metro Vancouver, helping to create a more sustainable and convenient transportation network.
The adoption of electric vehicles across British Columbia has increased significantly. There are now more than 170,000 EVs on the road in B.C., and BC Hydro predicts there will be between 700,000 and 900,000 EVs within the next 10 years.
BC Hydro is looking to double the number of charging ports in its network to 800 by Spring 2026. The chargers are funded in a partnership with the Province of British Columbia and Natural Resources Canada.
Looking for more ways to optimize your commute? Don’t forget to sign up for Transit Alerts for the most up to date information on your transit route or try out carpooling and carsharing.
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