LAZ Parking, the largest privately owned parking operator in the United States, has entered into an agreement with BP Pulse to collaborate in the development, deployment, and operation of ultra-fast public charging hubs at LAZ-managed locations.

According to the company’s statements, LAZ currently manages a network of 1.6 million parking spaces in over 3,800 locations in 42 states and 477 cities in the USA and Canada. The ultra-fast charging hubs developed by bp pulse are classified as Level 3 charging and rated at 250kW or higher.

The next step for the partners is to “identify locations best suited for ultra-fast charging hubs with a focus on key metros and other areas with a high density of vehicles including those with high tenancy housing, universities and hotels.” The sites will be required to be publicly available around the clock, and LAZ plans to offer one hour of free parking for drivers charging via the bp pulse app. The initiators have made no mention so far of how many locations or charging stations they plan to electrify or install.

“We are thrilled to be collaborating with bp pulse,” said Alan Lazowski, Chairman and CEO, of LAZ Parking. “This agreement builds on LAZ’s mission to provide value to our clients and opportunities for our employees. By focusing on embracing emerging technologies, and collaborating with major stakeholders, like bp pulse, we are driving positive change and propelling the parking industry toward a resilient and more efficient future.”