Tag: EV

EV Drivers Using Lidl Plus Could Save Over £500 Annually

Stuart Mitchell

Lidl GB has announced a reduction in its rapid Electric Vehicle Charging (EVC) tariffs, reducing its charging rate from 62p/kWh to 59p/kWh with Lidl Plus. Drivers using the Lidl Plus tariff could save approximately £4 per session, adding up to an annual saving of £529*. Expanding its EV infrastructure further, Lidl is investing £10million this financial year in its network including the installation of around 100 new rapid chargers at existing stores. This is in addition to the discounter’s £25million investment into its EVC network since 2017, with a third…

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Northern Powergrid Launches Innovative New Tool To Accelerate EV Uptake

Stuart Mitchell

Northern Powergrid has launched a free, online tool set to revolutionise its electric vehicle (EV) connections process. The intuitive new system is underpinned by real-world network data to help users identify the best new EV charging point connections locations. AutoDesign can provide an indicative connection cost in minutes, instead of the usual 10-day turnaround. It provides a clear indicator of the possible and most cost-effective locations to install EV chargers across the North East, Yorkshire and northern Lincolnshire. Users of the completely free system will benefit from unique access to accurate data…

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