'Bon VoyCharge': Over 1,800 EV chargers added to network ahead of summer holiday season

James Murray
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Government confirms a record 1,849 new electric vehicle chargers were added to the public network in July

The government has confirmed the UK's electric vehicle (EV) charge point roll out is continuing to accelerate, with a new charger currently being added every 30 minutes. The Department for Transport...

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