Octopus Energy has further expanded its Electroverse EV roaming service with the addition of InstaVolt’s ultra-rapid charge points.

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The tie-up means Electroverse customers can now use their card or app to access and pay for charging at InstaVolt’s 1,300+ ultra-rapid and rapid charge points across 550+ locations in the UK. Its charge points are typically found at popular locations, such as retail and hospitality services including Costa Coffee, McDonald’s, Booths Supermarkets and Bannatyne Health Clubs.

InstaVolt joins over 580 charge point operator brands available via Octopus Electroverse, including Ionity, Osprey, Mer, Fastned, Source London, Connected Kerb and Genie Point.

Matt Davies, director at Octopus Electroverse, said: “As more drivers switch to electric, we’re making charging on-the-go as slick as possible. We already have over 580 charge point operators on Octopus Electroverse and we’re incredibly excited to welcome InstaVolt on board. Their award-winning ultra-rapid and rapid charge points are a brilliant addition for drivers to access on Electroverse as we accelerate the drive toward a green energy system.”

Adrian Keen, CEO at InstaVolt, added: “Our partnership with Octopus Electroverse is yet another important step towards decarbonising the UK’s roads and provides more options for EV drivers needing to charge.”

Electroverse now provides access to over half a million public charge points globally and serves one in four EV drivers in the UK – said to be more than any other public charging service in the country.

It also offers embedded features to help improve the charging experience, including an interactive global map showing chargers’ availability, a route planner, in-car support with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, plus Plug and Charge support.