Chargemaster replaces defunct EV chargers in Corby

Electric vehicle (EV) charging firm Chargemaster has replaced five defunct charging points across Corby.

The replacements were provided as part of Chargemaster’s acquisition and renewal of the Plugged in Midlands network, which became part of the POLAR network in 2015.

The oldest of Corby’s 23-strong EV charging network have now been replaced in the town centre at the Parkland Gateway carpark, at the railway station, and at the Corby Enterprise Centre, giving EV drivers access to a more reliable charging infrastructure.

Cllr Mark Pengelly, Corby Borough Council’s lead member for environment, said: “With more and more people going green and switching to electric vehicles, it’s very welcome news that Corby now has brand new, state of the art charging points for residents to use. As a council, several of our corporate vehicles are electric and we want to encourage more people to be kinder to the environment and purchase electric vehicles. We feel that installing more charging points is the way forward.”

David Martell, Chargemaster’s chief executive, said: “Nothing is more frustrating for EV owners than not being able to recharge their vehicle wherever and whenever they want. By bringing five new chargers into service, we can make EV drivers’ journeys easier and show the UK that Corby is an EV-friendly town.”