Arnold Clark opens ultra-rapid EV charging network to public

Arnold Clark has opened its ultra-rapid electric vehicle (EV) charging network to the public, with more than 50 Arnold Clark Charge hubs now live across the UK.

As part of a £30m investment, the car dealer is installing 500 EV chargers at more than 100 locations, with up to eight rapid chargers, with the ability to charge up to 150kW. 

The first chargers were installed in March, with more locations to be added before the end of the year.

EV drivers will pay an ultra-rapid charging rate of 55p/kWh, compared to much higher rates on other networks.

Payment for charging can be made on the Arnold Clark app, or via contactless and roaming cards/apps. Arnold Clark is partnering with Allstar business solutions, Zap-Pay, Octopus Electroverse and Plugsurfing.

The bays at the branches will be split between Arnold Clark app users and Pay & Go customers. 
Chargers can still be booked through the app, with most sites being 24/7 accessible.  

Russell Borrie, chief executive officer at Arnold Clark, said: “We’re committed to investing in the future of the automotive industry and making electric vehicle charging accessible to everyone.  With electric vehicles becoming increasingly popular, it’s essential that our charging infrastructure keeps pace with rising demand.

“That’s why we’ve made significant investments in our own UK-wide, bookable ultra-rapid charging network, Arnold Clark Charge. These new charging hubs are designed to provide the public with convenient, reliable, and cost-effective charging solutions while they're on the move.”