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A reliable charging network<\/h3>\n
According to the new rules, all charging bay operators must show their devices have a reliability average of nearly 100 percent. Failure to do this will result in operators being hit with heavy fees meaning there is added incentive to maintain a strong network across the UK.<\/p>\n
Hall explained: \u201cThe government is committed to improving reliability with a 99 percent reliable charging network across all rapid charge points including the strategic road network. There\u2019s also a requirement for a free 24\/7 drivers\u2019 helpline to be provided at all charge points.\u201d<\/p>\n
Easier payment<\/h3>\n
The option to pay contactless will be added to all new charging stations of 8kW and above within one year. Meanwhile, payment roaming will also be fitted to all public charge points within two years.<\/p>\n
This will allow drivers to recharge at any station and pay using a smartphone app which can even be linked to a company credit card.<\/p>\n
Hall added: \u201cThis means drivers will no longer have to fill their smartphones with an app for almost every charging network. They can simply pay for their charge in the same way as they\u2019d pay for anything else.\u201d<\/p>\n
DON’T MISS <\/strong> We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info<\/p>\n To help drivers get to grips with the costs of charging an EV, a consistent pricing metric will be used across the whole network. The Government has decided that prices will be issued in pence per kilowatt hour of charge.<\/p>\n Hall commented: \u201cFrom a driver\u2019s point of view, this\u2019ll make it easier to compare pricing at different charge points and achieve the best value for money.<\/p>\n “If it\u2019s a company car, it\u2019ll also make it easier to reclaim expenses as it will be clear exactly what has been paid for.\u201d<\/p>\n All chargers will be forced to provide real-time data on their status making it easier than ever before for drivers to locate plugs. The data will also ensure owners can check if a station is in good working order before they attempt to top up.<\/p>\n Hall said: \u201cThis\u2019ll combat any range anxiety or issues of drivers having to go out of their way to find a functioning charge point when they need to recharge.\u201d<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nUsing a single payment metric<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nLocation data<\/h3>\n