Multi-brand Electric Vehicle Experience Centre set to open

Chargemaster has announced the public opening of the Electric Vehicle Experience Centre in Milton Keynes.

The Electric Vehicle Experience Centre (EVEC), which is due to open on Saturday, 22 July, and will help inform the town’s residents and visitors about the benefits of electric vehicle ownership in a relaxed setting.

Showcasing the latest EVs from a range of leading vehicle manufacturers, visitors will be able to discuss all elements of owning and running an electric vehicle, as well as having the option to test a range of cars on local roads.

The EVEC’s official founding partners, BMW i, Mitsubishi, Renault, Nissan, Kia and Volkswagen, will also display a range of leading EVs to suit all budgets and buying needs.

Managed by Chargemaster and funded by Milton Keynes’ Go Ultra Low City scheme, the EVEC has been established to increase the number of EVs sold in the area.

Milton Keynes’ target is for 23 per cent of all new cars registered locally to be electric by 2021.

David Martell, chief executive of Chargemaster, said: “Opening the Electric Vehicle Experience Centre on 22 July will be a landmark day, not only for the electric vehicle sector, but also for Milton Keynes residents.

“Becoming the UK’s first multi-brand EV showroom, it will provide a destination for visitors to make an informed decision about owning an EV, without the pressure of having to make an immediate purchase decision.

“We are delighted to receive the support from six key electric vehicle manufacturers as founding partners of the EVEC.”