Electric vehicle (EV) charge point provider Project EV has partnered with installation company Helix Renewable Energy Services to roll out the UK’s first ‘hyper-speed’ EV charging solution.

After revealing its electrification plans earlier this year, the Park Garage Group appointed Helix Renewable Energy Services to carry out its first rollout of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at one of its 77 branches. Thanks to a robust power supply, the site was able to install Project EV’s latest DC charging solution, capable of recharging a vehicle in just 15 minutes.

In total, three 480kW EV charging stations were installed at the Park Garage Group’s Blackpool branch, enabling up to six vehicles to recharge simultaneously. These hyper-speed chargers feature a contactless payment terminal and a user-friendly back-office management system that allows drivers to monitor charging sessions via smartphone.

To complement the new EV charging infrastructure, the Park & Shop garage also offers a spacious seating area, along with a Greggs and Starbucks. Perfect for EV drivers as they wait for their vehicles to recharge. The site is anticipated to attract significant attention from locals, tourists visiting the seaside town, and motorists travelling on the M55. 

The installation of the new hyper-speed 480kW charging stations marks an exciting breakthrough for the EV industry and a significant enhancement to the UK’s public charging infrastructure. This cutting-edge technology represents a key step forward in supporting the growing demand for electric vehicles, ensuring faster, more efficient charging for drivers nationwide.