The discount distribution giant will offer new equipment specific to electric cars in its stores.
Lidl is currently standing out for its exploration of the world of electric vehicles on French territory. The brand is thus beginning to deploy several of the famous “e-stations” in the car parks of its stores, in which cars can come and recharge their electricity. But today, it goes further by marketing a charging device.
Lidl equips itself with cables
The group is indeed trying a new movement on the other side of the Rhine, in Germany, where it is now possible to acquire a charging cable to connect your vehicle to a terminal. And, like the reduced prices charged by Lidl “at the pump” of its stations, which offer kWh at 40 cents, this cable will not be very expensive for interested customers.
German citizens can thus afford it for 129 euros. Intended for electric and hybrid vehicles and with a length of 5 meters, this is a cable with a Type 2 plug with a charging power of 22 kW (three-phase 32 A).
For those who do not know the classic price of such equipment, a quick Google search will suffice to put everyone in agreement. These cables are on average available at prices around 200 euros. Something to cut back nicely on the big margins that manufacturers make on these parts.
Germany first
For the moment, this cable has only been spotted in Germany, no sign of its presence in France having been distinguished. But it would not be surprising if the distribution brand soon opens its French catalog to this charging cable.
Lidl is trying to do a lot more operations in its national market in this area. The company has already, among our neighbors, set foot in the sale of electric vehicles of Chinese origin. It also stood out for its partnership with the start-up Like2Drive, which allows its customers to rent cars of the same type.
Source : Clean Automotive
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