河南力保春运新能源车“充电自由”

Core Insights - During the 2026 Spring Festival travel season, Henan Province expects a total of 30 million trips using new energy vehicles, with 20 service areas on highways fully equipped with charging facilities to meet peak charging demands [1][2] - The expected traffic flow on Henan's highways during the 40-day Spring Festival period is projected to reach 90 million exits, representing a 4% year-on-year increase, with daily traffic during the holiday period exceeding 3.1 million [2] - To enhance charging efficiency, Henan has established a dynamic monitoring and guidance system, allowing drivers to check charging station availability in real-time through the "Henan Charging Intelligent Service Platform" or the "e Road Smooth" WeChat mini-program [2] Charging Infrastructure - A total of 464 supercharging stations have been installed in high-traffic service areas, enabling rapid charging capabilities of "one second per kilometer" [1] - Over 230 maintenance personnel will conduct continuous inspections of charging facilities to ensure optimal operational status [2] - A collaborative mechanism has been established with the State Grid Henan Company and Henan Jiaotong New Energy Company to deploy mobile charging vehicles in busy service areas [2] Spring Festival Services - During the Spring Festival, small passenger vehicles with seven seats or fewer will benefit from fast-track access without stopping [2] - Various supportive initiatives include free New Year's Eve dinners, free tangyuan (glutinous rice balls), and the "Sunshine Rescue" program, which offers free towing services for malfunctioning vehicles to the nearest highway exit [2] - More than 3,000 temporary women's restrooms will be added to alleviate restroom congestion during the travel period [2][3] Driver Support - The "Driver's Home" service at 51 highway service areas will provide "5 free and 1 discount" services, including free showers, laundry, hot water, rest areas, and meal heating, along with an 80% discount on dining [3] - The free passage period for vehicles during the Spring Festival is from February 15, 0:00 to February 23, 24:00, based on the time of exit from the highway [3] - Drivers are encouraged to use multiple channels, including the "e Road Smooth" mini-program and traffic broadcasts, to stay informed about road conditions and plan their routes and charging needs effectively [3]