New installation of a Electric Vehicle Charging point in Porlock
With more electric charging points being installed across West Somerset. Porlock are proud to announce the installation of a new EV point at the Central Car Park
There are two 22KW fast charging points with space for four vehicles where cars can be charged for up to three hours following the purchase of a car parking ticket.
This charging point is one of a number of points installed in the local areas of Minehead, Watchet, Williton, Wiveliscombe and Taunton.
The government grants administered by the Energy Savings Trust on behalf of the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles, was awarded as part of the On-Street Residential Chargepoint Scheme available to local authorities.
The installations are to increase the availability of plug in charging for residents and visitors without access to off-street parking encouraging all car owners to transition to zero-emission vehicles.
Electric Vehicle owners can now top-up their vehicles whilst they shop locally.
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Below are some frequently asked questions
What is an EV Charging point?
At its most basic, an EV charger pulls an electrical current from either a 240v outlet or the grid it's hardwired to and delivers that electricity to the vehicle, just like any other appliance or device you charge by plugging into the wall.
Are electric car charging points free?
Users are able to locate the charge points through easily accessible apps. Payments will be made using a no subscription, pay-as-you-go system.
