Charge Gully, a cross-pavement solution for at-home EV charging, is launching a large-scale trial across four local authorities in the UK.

Charge Gully features a lockable cable duct that allows EV charging cables to safely cross the pavement

Starting this month, more than 60 Charge Gully units will be installed in public pavements throughout the country, following on from successful installations at selected properties since summer 2023.

The Charge Gully solution features a self-closing and lockable cable duct that allows EV charging cables to safely cross the pavement.

Its locking system counters the critical issue of unattended cables being tampered with. Each Charge Gully user is provided with a key to lock and unlock the channel, enhancing security and safety on public pavements.

The solution tackles a key problem for the c.40% of UK households who don’t have access to off-street parking, making EV charging convenient, accessible and affordable for them.

Public charging can cost up to 10 times more than domestic tariffs, presenting a barrier for those without driveways. Charge Gully’s solution aims to bridge this gap, cutting the cost of EV ownership.

Ian Mach, director of Charge Gully, said: “After over a year of research and development, we are thrilled to be the safest cable channel on the market, being the only lockable solution.

“Our mission is to break down barriers to EV ownership and in doing so help local authorities meet net zero targets by reducing emissions.

“With the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) fund and the Government’s £350 grant for on-street households installing cross-pavement parking solutions being live, now is a great time for local authorities to organise pilot schemes and test our solution.”

Since its launch last year, Charge Gully has received two government grants and been accepted into two Innovate UK programmes.

Charge Gully has also developed an accessibility tool prototype to assist individuals who cannot bend to the ground. The prototype has been tested in a workshop environment, and real-world trials will begin soon. Motability has estimated there will be 2.7 million disabled drivers or passengers in the UK by the current 2035 ICE ban, and the new tool is a crucial step towards inclusive EV charging.