Let’s talk about something quicker than a teenager downing their first pint: Fastned’s latest fast-charging stations along the E34 in Postel. Yep, those bright yellow charging palaces that look like they’ve just stepped out of a sci-fi flick have now landed on the motorway rest areas of Postel North and South. And honestly, they’re a damn fine excuse to take a break during your drive, if only to revel in the fact that your car will be ready to chase the horizon again in about fifteen minutes.
Fastned, that Dutch company trying to make fast charging as sexy as an Italian sports car, has spread its tentacles further across Belgium. These two new stations in Postel, opened in May 2025, are part of a bigger plan to inject our roads with a hefty dose of green energy. These aren’t just a few plugs stuck in the ground; we’re talking chargers with up to 400 kW of power. That means in the time it takes to grab a coffee and scarf down a sandwich, you’ve pumped enough juice into your electric ride for 300 kilometers. Three. Hundred. Kilometers. That’s faster than my old diesel ever dreamed of going, and this one runs on sun and wind to boot.
The stations themselves are a feast for the eyes, if you’re into bold yellow and a roof full of solar panels that looks like a futuristic parasol. They’re strategically placed on both sides of the E34, a motorway that’s the backbone of the Kempen region. Fastned played a smart game here: the locations are perfect for those zipping from Antwerp to Eindhoven, or for anyone just looking for an excuse to pull over and pretend they’re living in a Tesla ad. Let’s be real—who doesn’t want to show off their shiny EV while it’s hooked up to a charger?
But it’s not just about the looks. Fastned has made charging so simple even my grandmother could figure it out. Plug in, pay via the app or wave a charging card, and you’re back on the road before you know it. No fuss, no drama. And for the penny-pinchers among us: it costs 59 cents per kilowatt-hour without a subscription, or 35 cents if you join their club. That’s cheaper than a tank of petrol and a pack of gum at the service station.
These Postel stations aren’t a one-off adventure. Fastned has been conquering Europe for years, with over 350 locations from the Netherlands to Italy. In Belgium alone, they now have 39 stations, including a recently opened one in Leopoldsburg and another beauty in Walshoutem along the E40. They’re like the McDonald’s of fast charging, but without the fries and with a much better vibe. And with the Flemish government aiming for 35,000 charging points by 2025, it’s clear Fastned isn’t just a player—they’re one of the big dogs in the race for a greener car fleet.
Let’s pause for some context. Back in 2019, Fastned got the green light to build 13 fast-charging stations in Flanders, including these in Postel and Oud-Turnhout. That was when electric cars were still more of a curiosity than a common sight. Fast forward to now, and Belgium saw 22,500 new electric vehicles in the first half of 2021 alone—a 57% jump from the year before. The world’s changing, and Fastned is riding that wave with their solar and wind energy and a mission to make us all freer on the road, without the stink of exhaust fumes.
But let’s not get too serious. The best thing about these stations? They make electric driving not just practical but a bit cool. You feel like a pioneer, a rebel with a plug, as your car guzzles green energy. And if you’re stuck waiting, you can always daydream about how your old petrol-guzzler could never have offered such a futuristic pit-stop moment.
So, next time you’re cruising down the E34 and your battery starts blinking, you know where to stop. Fastned’s Postel stations aren’t just a lifeline—they’re a statement: electric driving is here, it’s fast, and it’s damn impressive. And if you’re inspired to get yourself an electric ride, check out our marketplace at https://volty.be/nl/buy/cars/overview/. You’ll find the car of your dreams, ready to hit the road—and maybe stop by one of Fastned’s yellow palaces.
