UK government opens consultation on £190 million motorway EV charging grid upgrade scheme
By Eve
The UK government has launched a consultation on a £190 million scheme to upgrade the electricity grid infrastructure supporting EV charging on motorways, according to Motor Trade News. The initiative aims to accelerate the rollout of rapid charging infrastructure along the strategic road network. The consultation seeks industry input on how best to deploy the funding to remove grid capacity constraints that currently slow motorway charging expansion.
Why it matters: The £190 million programme could unlock stalled motorway charging projects where grid connection costs and delays have deterred CPOs, potentially reshaping procurement timelines and site viability across the strategic network. For charge point operators and contractors, the scheme may create new tender opportunities and reduce upfront infrastructure risk on high traffic routes.