China’s highways buzzed with green energy this National Day holiday as new energy vehicle (NEV) charging hit a record-breaking 123 million kilowatt-hours—a 45.73% surge compared to last year! 🌱⚡️
With the holiday stretching to 8 days (thanks to a rare overlap with the Mid-Autumn Festival 🥮), travelers hit the road in droves, sparking 5.16 million charging sessions nationwide. Daily charging averaged 15.36 million kWh—over 2.5 times the usual rate this year, per the National Energy Administration.
🔌 Why It Matters: China’s NEV revolution is accelerating faster than a Tesla on Ludicrous Mode! The country now has 36.89 million NEVs on its roads (over 10% of all cars) and has been the world’s #1 NEV market for a decade. Charging infrastructure is keeping pace too, with 2 charging piles for every 5 EVs—the largest network globally.
🌍 The Bigger Picture: This holiday surge isn’t just about road trips—it’s a snapshot of China’s green transition. As young professionals and eco-conscious travelers embrace NEVs, expect more highways to hum with clean energy vibes. 🎧✨
