Raw Charging is marking the opening of its new hub in Stoke-on-Trent by offering drivers free EV charging for a week.
The facility in Etruria Mills opens on 19 September and drivers will be able to enjoy free charging until 26 September.
Funded and installed by Raw Charging, the hub will have a total of twelve 150kW ultra-rapid DC charging bays and its chargers will typically charge an EV to 80% in 30 minutes.
This gives drivers time to shop, or eat at units in Etruria Mills such as Nandos, Wagamama and Costa.
RAW Charging operates more than 100 ultra-rapid EV charging bays across the country at sites such as McArthur Glen and Alton Towers.
Neil Broadbank, chief commercial officer at Raw Charging, said, “Last year there were already over 1.3 million fully electric vehicles on UK roads, and this is set to hit around 12 million by 2030 – 55% of all vehicles on the road.
“As electric vehicles become an integral part of everyday transport, initiatives such as the Etruria Mills charging hub are vital in supporting drivers and reducing environmental impact across the UK.”
Andrew McDaniel, founding partner at Meadow Partners, which owns Etruria Mills in partnership with Roadside Real Estate Plc, added, “Demand for roadside drive-thru and quick service retail is rapidly growing across the UK.
“As electric vehicle use increases, we are pleased to enhance the service offering at Eturia Mills by adding critical EV charging hubs in addition to its compelling commercial shopping and dining spaces.”
