Repurposing of Petrol Kiosks with Higher Adoption of Electric Cars

Mr Seah Kian Peng asked the Minister for National Development with the move towards higher adoption of electric cars, whether existing petrol kiosks will be repurposed in due course.

Mr Desmond Lee: Under the Singapore Green Plan, our goal is for all vehicles to run on cleaner energy by 2040. To ensure that the charging needs of electric vehicle (EV) users can be met, the Government has been expanding our EV charging network.

With higher adoption of EVs over time, demand for petrol and diesel fuels is expected to fall. Some petrol stations have already adapted by installing EV chargers. Our land use planning will also adapt to the changing needs of the fuel retailing market and petrol stations, while ensuring the needs of the different types of vehicles are met. Where needed, some petrol station sites may be rezoned upon their lease expiry and redeveloped for alternative uses.