Tesla superchargers named UK’s best charging network

Tesla’s Supercharger electric car charging network has been named the best in Britain the annual Driver Power survey, published in Auto Express.

Tesla's charge points were rated number one in all four assessed categories – ease of use, cost, speed and reliability – securing the title of Driver Power Best EV Chargepoint Provider for 2020 as a result.

Instavolt was named Driver Power Recommended EV Chargepoint Provider 2020, and led providers that allow any car to be charged using its network. The firm was praised for its speed, ease of use and reliability.

Third place went to ChargePlace Scotland, the only government-run provider in our top ten.

This year marks the first time chargepoint providers have been included in the annual Driver Power survey, published exclusively in Auto Express. The move illustrates the way the UK’s most comprehensive ownership survey is evolving to reflect the constantly developing automotive landscape.

Steve Fowler, Editor-in-Chief at Auto Express, said: “Public chargepoints are vital for long-distance EV drivers, and their availability and reliability is of huge importance for current and future owners. Our data gives valuable insight into the best charging networks to use when you’re planning your route. And it shows that while many providers are doing a superb job, ease of use and good old-fashioned reliability shouldn’t be forgotten at the expense of network expansion.

“Tesla’s remarkable performance should come as little surprise to those who’ve plotted the brand’s growth. It is proof that the company knows precisely what its customers want, and delivers it to them consistently.

“And for those who don't own or plan to buy a Tesla, Instavolt's impressive scores mean we're delighted to recommend the firm's network of chargers.”

Full results of the Driver Power 2020 survey are available in the latest issue of Auto Express magazine, on sale now, and at autoexpress.co.uk/driverpower

Britain’s top-rated chargepoint providers:

Tesla - 92.94%
Instavolt - 85.11%
ChargePlace Scotland - 81.36%
Shell Recharge - 79.44%
Pod Point - 79.24%
Polar - 79.14%
Engenie - 78.65%
GeniePoint - 76.93%
Charge Your Car - 76.23%
Ecotricity - 64.05%