A new rapid mobile off-grid charging solution that’s expected to revolutionise the EV sector has debuted this week in the UK.

The power is supplied off-grid via mobile vans, which operate like an EV charge delivery service, allowing people to charge their vehicles at their convenience

Developed by Cardiff-based Plug Charging, the new device will allow people without a charging point to charge their vehicles anywhere, even if the driver isn’t present.

Revealed at the London EV Show at ExCeL London, the service allows the vehicle charging point to be accessed via the connected car technology. The mobile chargers utilise off-grid green hydrogen and other green fuels with an onboard power generation system that enables each unit to charge at a speed of up to 130kWh – giving a 0 to 80% charge in around 30 minutes.

The power is supplied off-grid via mobile vans, which operate like an EV charge delivery service, allowing people to charge their vehicles at their convenience, while only requiring once a day.

The system will be supported by an app, allowing people to order charge for their EV in the same way they would order a taxi.

Jarrad Morris, CEO of Plug Charging, said: “This technology is a game-changer for electric vehicle owners. Our mobile service means that people can charge quickly, conveniently and more sustainably than ever before, giving off-grid or low-grid capacity locations or people without off-road parking the ability to charge at their house.

“Not only that, but it allows roadside recovery to service electric vehicles, events and locations to address seasonal demands. This new addition to rapid charging infrastructure means more availability of charge and the potential for longer journeys, thus increasing the viability for electric vehicles.”

He continued: “Just like the widely accepted food delivery services – we are able to deliver convenience to customers. We’re delivering electricity to where it is needed, all booked via our app. Customers can leave their vehicle parked outside their house or apartment and return to a fully charged vehicle without needing to give anyone access. We hope the convenience of this solution will grow electric vehicle adoption exponentially and make electric vehicles a viable choice for everyone, regardless of their living arrangements and access to charging.”

The company, which launched in the UK in 2022 and has already attracted investment, is set to roll out the new technology across a set of pilots in London before launching its consumer solution in January 2023.