Allstar has announced a partnership with First Charge, allowing its customers to access First Bus’s commercial EV charging service.
First Charge has chargers offering speeds of up to 360kW at bus depots across the UK.
The facility is mainly aimed at electric LCV and HGV operators, with the depots featuring larger spaces than typically found at public charging locations.
Tom Rowlands, managing director for global EV solutions at Allstar’s parent company Corpay, said: “Central to a successful transition to net zero is infrastructure that can make charging an electric vehicle as convenient and as quick as possible.
“However, this demands an approach that is far from one size fits all. That’s why we’ve focused on bringing different charging environments to our customers, from near home charging to depots, for the smallest cars to the largest HGVs, and a single payment card that does it all.
“Installing a network of new chargers has been a significant project that is still ongoing, but it doesn’t yet keep up with the demands and changing needs of drivers. This is why it’s critical to make use of every charging point the country has to offer and partnering with First Charge was the natural fit, with 10 locations across the UK.”
First Bus decarbonisation director Faizan Ahmad said: “Through First Charge, we are unlocking the potential of our depot charging infrastructure for use beyond our own bus charging needs, helping more fleets access ultra-rapid charging to make the switch to zero-emission vehicles.
“Allstar is renowned for its approach to making EV infrastructure and charging accessible for all. This collaboration represents an important step toward a more inclusive and scalable charging network across the UK.”
