InstaVolt adds 16 new 120kW chargers to its Banbury hub

InstaVolt has launched its largest charging hub yet at Stroud Park, Banbury, with 16 new chargers installed at the site on the M40.

The installation of the new 120kW rapid chargers, in addition to the previously installed eight 125kW rapid chargers and eight 150kW Alpitronic chargers, makes it one of the UK’s largest charging hubs, with 32 chargers in total.

In line with PAS1899 specification for accessible charge points, the site now includes twelve wider access bays and four fully accessible bays.

The four accessible bays have the required 1.2m distancing in front of, and between the charge points.

All 16 new chargers are installed flush to the ground at the same level as the parking bay and the site features additional lighting throughout.

The site has also been adapted to provide access to local amenities for drivers with a diverse range of accessibility needs.

InstaVolt’s CEO, Adrian Keen, said: “InstaVolt is taking steps, such as our Stroud Park expansion, to ensure that adequate charging infrastructure is available to keep up with the increase in EV uptake and bridge the gap between the number of vehicles and chargers.”

He added: “We’re not only building rapid EV chargers to meet consumers’ needs but recognise that EV charging should be as accessible and inclusive as possible.

“By expanding our existing Banbury hub to include accessible and wider access charging bays, we’re demonstrating our commitment to improving the industry’s accessibility issues, where we’re able to do so.”

The activation of the Stroud Park expansion saw InstaVolt energise its 1,000th charger in the UK.