E.ON's first UK ultra-fast charging site opens in Birmingham

E.ON has opened its first ultra-fast charging point in the UK, at Birmingham Armada, near Spaghetti Junction in Erdington.
 
The Birmingham site currently has two 175kW charge points, capable of charging the latest generation of electric cars with a range of around 100 miles in 10 minutes.  These chargers support both CCS and CHAdeMO connectors, making them compatible with the majority of electric vehicles on UK roads. Customers have the option of contactless/smartphone payment, using the E.ON Drive App (with or without an E.ON RFID or tag) or logging onto eonevpay.co.uk for Pay as You Go access.

This UK opening complements the network of more than 3,000 charging points E.ON already operates across Europe.
 
Hannah Collishaw, Director of E.ON Drive in the UK, said: “Driving an electric vehicle is fast becoming a decision of lifestyle, for which charging flexibility and choice are key. Drivers tell us they want to be able to plug in at work and at home, but it’s also vital they can access a network of charge points across the country. And in today’s fast-paced world, few can afford to idle for hours waiting for a full battery.
 
“This is about enhancing the experience of driving an electric vehicle in this country, driving down charging times and providing a choice of locations. Our charging network in Europe is expanding and I’m delighted to be now bringing it to the UK.”

 
Poppy Welch, Head of Go Ultra Low, the joint government and industry campaign to promote the uptake of electric vehicles, said: “This announcement is the latest development in what has been a landmark year for the UK’s charging infrastructure. With the UK already being home to one of Europe’s largest rapid charging networks, and a steady increase of charge points across both rural and urban locations, these additions from E.ON will now make it even easier for electric motorists to charge up on the go.”