Brazil’s public and semi-public charging network reached 29,866 points at the end of August 2026, according to figures published on 28 September 2026 by the Brazilian Electric Vehicle Association (ABVE). That is 4,437 more than in June and 76.9% more than a year earlier. The standout trend is DC fast charging, which almost tripled in twelve months and now makes up 38.2% of the network.
Key Takeaways
- Brazil had 29,866 public and semi-public charging points at the end of August 2026.
- DC points rose 195.6% in a year to 11,397 and now make up 38.2% of the network.
- About 63% of the points added in the latest quarter were DC.
- Charging is present in 1,911 municipalities, 1,156 of which have DC.
Key Figures
| Indicator | August 2026 | Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Total charging points | 29,866 | 16,880 in Aug 2025 (+76.9%) |
| AC points | 18,469 (61.8%) | 13,025 a year earlier (+41.8%) |
| DC points | 11,397 (38.2%) | 3,855 a year earlier (+195.6%) |
| Plug-in fleet | 639,133 | 21.4 vehicles per charging point |
| Municipalities with charging | 1,911 | 1,156 of them with DC |
DC Takes the Lead in New Additions
ABVE notes that DC’s share of the network has moved from 16.4% in February 2025 to 30.6% in February 2026 and 38.2% now. Of the points added in the latest quarter, about 63% were DC, and the DC base has been growing by roughly a third every quarter. The quarterly increase for the whole network was 17.4%, from 25,429 points in June.
The plug-in fleet is split almost evenly between battery-electric cars (313,140) and plug-in hybrids (325,993). With 21.4 plug-in vehicles per public point, the ratio of cars to chargers remains manageable, but fast growth in DC suggests operators are betting on higher-utilisation highway and urban hubs.
Regulation in Motion
ABVE also lists the rules shaping the next phase: ANEEL’s Consulta Pública 033/2026 on connecting charging to the grid, open from 10 September to 9 November 2026; São Paulo State Law 18.403/2026 on condominium residents’ right to install chargers; and a national fire-brigade guideline for charging in buildings in force since the end of February 2026.
What It Means
Although DC is growing fastest, AC still accounts for six in ten points and is the practical choice for destinations, condominiums and workplaces where cars park for hours. Distributors serving Brazil should stock both: Type 2 AC equipment such as the EV-ACT3204PE 22 kW wallbox for residential and parking sites, and entry-level DC for smaller fast-charging locations. Our distributor programme covers both categories.
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