Some 42% of local authorities will have cross-pavement charging solutions available by the end of 2026, according to new research by Vauxhall.
The results from Freedom of Information (FOI) request found that 56 tier one councils across England, Scotland and Wales either currently offer or will be making cross-pavement charging available by the end of this year.
Currently, seven councils out of the 134 which responded to the FOI request have live cross-pavement charging in their constituencies, with a further 21 in the trial stage, and 28 planning to roll out cross-pavement charging in 2026.
But the research for the Electric Streets of Britain campaign also highlighted a lack of consistency from councils across the country in their methods and application processes for residents wanting to install cross-pavement gullies on their streets.
Costs for installation varied dramatically depending on council, with some local authorities offering installation services for free while others charge over £1,000.
Launched in 2023, Electric Streets of Britain was introduced by Vauxhall to help UK households find accessible EV charging infrastructure, with a particular consideration for the 40% of UK households that do not have a driveway.
The news comes as Kerbo Charge has joined the campaign.
Eurig Druce, Managing Director, Vauxhall and Group Managing Director, Stellantis UK, said:
“Cross-pavement charging is a great way to ensure EV charging access is available for the millions of drivers wanting to be able to charge at home, opening the door for many who are thinking about making the switch but still have concerns about practical charging near them.
“In order to allow drivers across the country to feel confident going electric, councils need to ensure they are providing drivers with as much clarity as possible about the options available to them, and how they can install EV charging outside their door.
“We are looking forward to working with Kerbo Charge to help even more drivers access practical charging solutions near them, and support councils on their own journeys to help more local residents to go electric.”
Michael Goulden, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Kerbo Charge, said:
“Millions of residents across the UK with on-street parking will be delighted they can take £500 off the cost of their cross-pavement channel and fully charge their new Vauxhall at home for less than £5. We’re delighted to be partnering with Vauxhall – this is going to make a huge difference to EV adoption in the UK.”
Image courtesy of Vauxhall/Kerbo Charge
