Shell Rethinks Filling Stations for the EV Era With Chargers, Snacks, and No Gas

Coffee, sodas, snacks, and basic groceries can be found at the Shell station on London's southwest side. There is one thing that is not on offer. The station has been all-electric since January, with the old gas pumps replaced by 10 rapid charging stations. Istvan Kapitany, who oversees Shell's global retail operations, says that it gives them a glimpse into the future.

Shell has over 46,000 stations in 80 countries. The goal is to get feedback on what works while laying the groundwork to hit a target of net-zero emissions by the year 2050. Shell has an additional 95,000 branded charging points in places such as garage and office parks. It wants to hit half a million by the year 2025.