BRANDON, Miss. (WJTV) – Ahead of the busy Fourth of July travel period, Entergy Mississippi unveiled the next location of its direct current electric vehicle (EV) fast chargers.

Located in downtown Brandon near Interstate 20, the company’s $350,000 fast charging station will serve both residents and EV drivers passing through on I-20 and nearby I-55.

Officials said this location, along with the company’s first set of fast chargers located in the Renaissance at Colony Park in Ridgeland, will allow Entergy Mississippi to expand research on the impact of EVs to the power grid.

“We have to be prepared with the right infrastructure to serve our customers when the time comes,” said Haley Fisackerly, president and CEO, Entergy Mississippi. “Electric vehicle usage in Mississippi is at a stage right now that allows us to collect data and begin developing a plan for the future.”

The Brandon facility is equipped with two direct current fast chargers that provide up to 180 kilowatts of power and are compatible with many electric vehicle models. Customers using the charging station pay $.30/kWh and, on average, an EV can be fully charged for $20-$30 within 30-45 minutes.

“We’re thrilled that Entergy chose our downtown to be a part of this program. With our proximity to I-20, we hope travelers will find benefits in having a conveniently placed charging station and use the opportunity to enjoy our local businesses as well. We’ll also learn how we can prepare to meet the demands of electric vehicles in our community,” said Brandon Mayor Butch Lee.