Motor Fuel Group’s MFG EV Power ultra-rapid charging network has now gone live on the Allstar Business Solutions Zap-Map network.

Fleet drivers can now pay for charging at MFG EV Power sites across the UK using the Allstar network via Zap-Pay

It means fleet drivers can now pay for charging at MFG EV Power sites across the UK using the Allstar network via Zap-Pay.

The addition sees over 230 ultra-rapid MFG EV Power chargers join the Allstar network, which accepts digital payments on Zap-Map.

Allstar partnered with Zap-Map earlier this year to enable fleets to search, plan and pay for EV charging all through a single app.

All drivers need to do is download the Zap-Map app and add their Allstar One Electric card to activate Allstar features, enabling them to pay for EV charging at participating sites such as MFG EV Power, ESB and Osprey on the Allstar network via Zap-Pay.

A single-app payment system, Zap-Pay avoids the hassle of using multiple payment methods across different networks and removes the need to always carry a physical RFID card.

Despite only launching late last year, the MFG EV Power charging network recently came in joint first place in Zap-Map’s annual charging network rankings as rated by EV drivers, predominantly for its provision of reliable and easy-to-use charging hubs. The network’s sites are typically at traditional petrol station locations and are installed in charging hubs with at least four charging devices. It’s working to install some 3,000 ultra-rapid devices (100kW-350kW) by 2031.

Harrison Brook, head of partnerships at Zap-Map, said: “By enabling fleets to pay across multiple charge point operators via Zap-Pay, Allstar and Zap-Map will continue to create immeasurable value for EV drivers when charging on the public network.

“Not only is MFG a fantastic addition to the network, but as a dynamic and expanding network with strategically placed ultra-rapid charge points, one that will make charging EVs that much easier for fleets across the country.”

It’s the latest development in Zap-Map’s partnership with Allstar, which aims to make charging simple for fleets. The tie-up preceded Allstar parent company Fleetcor’s recent investment in Zap-Map, which provides a strategic opportunity for growth in the UK fleet market and in markets outside the UK.

Tom Rowlands, managing director, global EV solutions at Allstar, said: “It is critical that customers have access to as wide a recharging network as possible and that when the time comes to complete the transaction, it is simple and seamless. That’s why welcoming MFG to the Allstar/Zap-Map family sets the gold standard for EV charging – together we offer a robust network of charge points that is accessible, convenient and effortless.

“By deepening our relationship with MFG and Zap-Map, we’re further demonstrating Allstar’s commitment to providing best-in-class EV solutions to the UK’s businesses.”