Charging Station in Pinhais: 24h Fast Charging on Av. Maringá

Pinhais on the electric mobility map

Pinhais is one of the most strategic cities in the Curitiba metropolitan region for those who drive an electric car. Located a few minutes from the capital's center, the city is an obligatory passing point for those coming or going via the BR-116, connecting Curitiba to the coast and to northern Paraná.

With the accelerated growth of the electric vehicle fleet in the region (Curitiba already has more than 6,400 units), having a fast charging station in Pinhais fills an important gap in Greater Curitiba's charging network.

Elektro Charge: technical specs

Elektro Charge is a charging station dedicated to fast charging, with specifications that serve the vast majority of electric cars sold in Brazil.

Specification	Detail
Chargers	A 60 kW DC with 2 CCS2 connectors and a 22 kW AC (Type 2), simultaneous charging
Connectors	CCS2 (DC) and Type 2 (AC)
Hours	24 hours, 7 days a week
Location	Av. Maringá, 2729, Pinhais - PR
Compatible vehicles	BYD, GWM, Volvo, BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Porsche, JAC, Caoa Chery and others with CCS2

With 60 kW of power, the charger takes a BYD Dolphin from 20% to 80% in approximately 35 minutes. For a GWM Ora 03 or Volvo EX30, the time is similar, varying with the battery temperature and the state of charge.

Why 60 kW makes a difference

In the world of charging stations, power is everything. To put it in context:

• 7 kW (slow AC): A full charge takes 7 to 10 hours. Ideal for overnight.
• 22 kW (semi-fast AC): Full charge in 3 to 4 hours. Good for long parking stays.
• 60 kW (fast DC): From 20% to 80% in 30 to 45 minutes. Perfect for planned stops.

The practical difference is huge. With 60 kW, you stop, have a coffee, eat a meal and leave with enough charge for another 200 to 300 km. On a slow charger, you'd need a whole day.

The charging station has two chargers: the 60 kW DC (CCS2 connector) and a 22 kW AC (Type 2). This way, two vehicles can charge at the same time: the DC for those in a hurry and the AC for those who will stay longer on site, enjoying the nearby food options.

The difference: the experience during charging

Many charging stations treat charging as something purely functional: you plug in the car and wait. Elektro Charge was designed differently.

The location on Av. Maringá puts the charging station close to food options that make the wait part of the experience. Instead of standing next to the car watching the percentage climb, you can:

• Have lunch or dinner at nearby restaurants
• Have an artisanal coffee while answering emails
• Grab a quick snack at one of the local spots

Compatibility: which cars can charge here

The CCS2 connector is the standard adopted by the vast majority of manufacturers that sell electric cars in Brazil. In practice, if your electric car was bought in Brazil from 2022 onward, there is a very high chance it is compatible.

How to get to Elektro Charge

The charging station is located on Av. Maringá, one of Pinhais's main roads. If you come from Curitiba through the center, it's approximately 15 minutes by car. On the BR-116, the exit for Pinhais gives direct access to the avenue.

For those using GPS navigation, just search for "Elektro Charge Pinhais" in the main map apps. The charging station is also registered on PlugShare and other charging directories.

Open 24 hours: charge overnight or on the weekend

One of the big annoyances of depending on charging stations is arriving and finding it closed. Many public points are in shopping malls and parking lots that close at night. The Pinhais Elektro Charge is open 24 hours, seven days a week, in a covered and lit space.

Who most uses charging outside business hours

• Those who work at night: off at 11 p.m. or starting at 5 a.m.? Charge before or after your shift.
• Those who travel on the BR-116: arrived from a trip late at night? Charge before going home. Leaving early? Stop by the charging station before hitting the road.
• Those who live in an apartment without a charger: public charging is the option, and the routine doesn't always allow charging during the day. The charging station becomes your "charging garage".
• Those caught by a low battery: an unexpected low battery doesn't respect the clock. Knowing the charger is open helps you travel more calmly.

Tips for overnight charging

1. Prefer the fast charger. At night you want to minimize the time stopped. The 60 kW DC takes from 20% to 80% in about 40 minutes.
2. Arrive with at least 20% battery. The charging speed is best between 20% and 80%.
3. Use the AC if you'll stay longer. If the car will spend the night parked, the 22 kW AC serves without occupying the fast one.
4. Have a plan B mapped out. If both chargers are occupied, knowing another point in the network avoids surprises. See where to charge in Curitiba.

The context: charging stations in the Pinhais region

The Curitiba metropolitan region still has a lower concentration of charging stations compared to the capital's center. Pinhais, despite its logistical importance, had few fast-charging options until recently.

Paraná as a whole has 1,281 charging points, but most are concentrated in Curitiba. Having a DC Fast Charger in Pinhais means that residents of the eastern part of Greater Curitiba no longer need to travel to the center for a fast charge.