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Ready for AFIR: How MobilityPlus ensures your charging stations comply with the new European regulations

Written by MobilityPlus | Oct 31, 2025 1:53:52 PM

Since April 13, 2024, the AFIR (Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation) has been in effect. This European regulation sets requirements for alternative fuel infrastructure — including public charging stations, hydrogen stations, and shore power — focusing on availability, interoperability, price transparency, and accessible payment options.

MobilityPlus helps its customers ensure their charging stations are fully AFIR-compliant, with solutions that make price information transparent and payments easier and more secure than ever.

What exactly is AFIR?

AFIR stands for Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation. This EU regulation not only defines standards for public charging stations but also for other infrastructure supporting the use of alternative fuels.

Under AFIR, every EV driver must be able to:

  • View transparent pricing before a charging session starts;
  • Pay with common payment methods;
  • Enjoy safe and user-friendly access to the charging point.

In addition, AFIR defines rules regarding minimum coverage, interoperability between networks, real-time data availability, and uniform payment methods across Europe.

 

💡 Note: The price displayed at the charging station and the price you ultimately pay may differ — the CPO sets the base price at the charging point, while the MSP can apply its own service fees.

AFIR evolution and future-proof compliance

AFIR continues to evolve. Starting in 2026, additional requirements will come into effect, including mandatory support for ISO 15118 on new charging stations. This standard enables advanced communication between the vehicle and the charging point, paving the way for technologies such as:

  • Plug & Charge: The charger automatically recognizes the vehicle — no card needed.
  • Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X): Bidirectional charging and energy sharing with the grid.

With MobilityPlus solutions, your charging stations are fully AFIR-compliant and ready for future developments. We ensure your infrastructure remains legally compliant, user-friendly, secure, and transparent — so that both customers and visitors can charge with peace of mind, today and tomorrow.