Arnold Clark launches its own EV charging network

Car retail giant Arnold Clark has launched its own public charging network to serve EV drivers in Scotland and England.

The mult-franchise dealer has installed more than 240 ultra-rapid EV chargers at its sites in Scotland and England with plans to double that number in the coming years. Eventually it aims to have more than 500 devices at 100 locations, with up to eight chargers per site under the Arnold Clark Charge banner.

The chain is investing £30 million in the pre-bookable network, which will undercut most major operators by charging 55p/kWh and offer 24/7 access at most locations.

Eddie Hawthorne, chief executive and group managing director of Arnold Clark, said: “As electric vehicles become more and more common on UK roads, we know that our charging infrastructure needs to develop and grow to meet these increasing demands.

“That’s why we’ve heavily invested in our own network across the country, Arnold Clark Charge.

‘The new charging hubs will allow customers to charge easily and safely while on the go, while saving money.”

To access the network, drivers need to download the Arnold Clark app and sign up to Arnold Clark Charge. They can then pre-book a charge at a time or place that suits them.

Alongside Arnold Clark Charge, the group has partnered with home charge point installers Bumblebee to provide customers with a wide range of home charging options, featuring the latest innovative technology and excellent offers.