Source, one of the newest players in the EV infrastructure charging market, has opened its network to Octopus Electroverse customers under a new deal.

Octopus Electroverse users can now locate Source’s UK-wide hubs on the Electroverse charging map and easily start a charge through the app, simplifying the process of charging.

The agreement is the latest move by Source to make EV charging “smarter, faster and truly customer centric”.

Launched last year, Source is a joint venture between TotalEnergies and SSE that’s working to deliver 300 new ultra-rapid hubs across the UK and Ireland by 2030.

The business plans to capture a 20% market share in the rapidly expanding ultra-rapid charging sector and to reshape the EV charging experience.

Source is partnering with roaming providers to allow customers to choose how to start a charge, and access a range of options that suits their needs. Drivers can also use the Source hub by downloading the new SourceConnect app which allows users to locate available charge points in real time, start a pay-as-you-go charge by scanning the QR code at the charger and track their charging session live within the app. New features under development include enhanced tools for fleet operators and bay booking options.

Source hubs are built for simplicity, reliability and speed, from advanced interfaces and contactless payments to round-the-clock customer service. It’s also powered by renewable energy, along with latest technology from TotalEnergies and infrastructure from SSE.

Alice Aprile-Smith, head of partnerships and business development at Source, said: “This partnership is one of many we are working on signing to make it easy for drivers, fleet operators and taxis to use our superb charging hubs. We know that customers want a stress-free and simple charging experience and partnering with roaming providers such as Octopus Electroverse ensures customers have choice about how to charge.”

Matt Davies, director at Octopus Electroverse, said: “With every new charge point we add, we’re making sure the ever-growing number of EV drivers on UK roads always have a charger close by. At Electroverse, we’re proud to be building Europe’s largest consumer EV charging platform and to partner with charge point operators like Source, who share our passion for making charging simple and effortless for everyone.”