In Pictures: Big Oil's Quiet EV Charging Push: Shell, Total and BP Now Operate Major Charging Networks

Shell, BP and TotalEnergies are quietly building out charging networks that now rival dedicated EV firms.

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Shell Recharge alone claims roughly 85,000 public charging points across multiple countries.

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The charging rollout marks a gradual shift by oil majors into electric utility territory.

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For drivers, the expansion means more public plugs from brands long associated with gasoline.

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BP, Shell and Total continue to fund oil exploration even as they invest in charging infrastructure.

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Charging networks stretch from European cities to rural corridors in Australia and beyond.

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Indoor charging hubs are part of the infrastructure push by the three energy giants.

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The companies' continued oil spending underscores the tension in their dual energy strategies.

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Analysts say the quiet buildout positions Big Oil for a future where electricity sales matter.

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