One of the largest EV charging hubs in the UK has gone live at Brent Cross shopping centre in partnership with Raw Charging.

L-R: Tony Mills, Raw Charging COO, and Chris Barnes, general manager Brent Cross

The North London location now has 29 dual chargers installed, allowing 58 electric vehicles to charge simultaneously.

EV drivers can now opt to charge their vehicles whilst enjoying a day out at the shopping centre, which has 120 shops and more than 30 eateries.

Charging costs 40p per kWh and drivers can pay through contactless debit and credit cards, a mobile app or RFID cards.

It’s part of Raw Charging’s rollout of charging infrastructure across London.

Bruce Galliford, CEO, said: “Brent Cross is a superb location in the heart of the local community and has strong transport links to welcome EV drivers from all over London. Local residents and customers of the shopping centre can now make this their go-to charging destination whilst away from home.

“As we move closer towards the government ban on the production of all new petrol and diesel cars in 2030, it is the time for more drivers to embrace electric vehicles. Through partnerships like this, we are making clean motoring accessible, convenient and affordable to encourage more motorists to make the switch to an electric vehicle.”

Chris Barnes, general manager Brent Cross, said: “As electric vehicle ownership rises, drivers’ decisions on where to shop, dine and socialise will be more influenced by destinations, such as Brent Cross, which offer charging points.

“As well as supporting more sustainable modes of transport, this rollout will help deliver a valuable boost for our retailers, who will be well placed to serve this customer demographic in-store as their vehicles charge up.”