On-street EV charging provider char.gy has opened access to its charging network for fleet drivers using payment firm Allstar’s card.
The partnership enables fleets using an Allstar card to access and pay at char.gy’s residential on-street charge points, assisting access and payment for fleets transitioning from petrol and diesel to electric vehicles.
To take advantage of the offer, drivers must use the char.gy app to locate charge points, start charging sessions and complete payment by using their Allstar card.
char.gy operates one of the UK’s fastest growing public charging networks, with more than 5,000 charge points nationwide.
The companies aim to reduce friction in fleet electrification by allowing drivers to locate and pay for charging through the same system used for traditional fuel.
Many fleet drivers take their vehicles home, but without access to private driveways or home chargers, they rely on nearby public charging infrastructure. This is particularly relevant for self-employed and independent drivers, who are responsible for managing their own charging and costs. Without access to affordable local charging, many rely on rapid DC chargers, significantly increasing costs and impacting profitability.
Improving access to on-street AC charging offers a clear solution. By enabling overnight, lower-cost charging near drivers’ homes, fleets can reduce energy costs, improve margins, and support more sustainable operations.
char.gy’s focus on residential on-street charging directly addresses this need, providing charge points where drivers live. Combined with Allstar’s widely used payment platform, the partnership allows fleets to support at-home charging behaviour without adding operational complexity.
John Lewis, CEO at char.gy, said:
“As fleets electrify, one of the biggest challenges is ensuring drivers can access reliable, convenient charging where they live. By partnering with Allstar, we’re making it easier for drivers to find and pay for charging as part of their everyday fleet operations.”
Tom Rowlands, MD of Global EV Solutions, Corpay, including UK brand Allstar, said:
“As businesses accelerate their transition to electric vehicles, providing drivers with simple, reliable access to charging is critical. Our partnership with char.gy strengthens the Allstar EV network by expanding access to convenient, on-street charging in the locations where fleet drivers need it most.”
“By integrating char.gy’s network into Allstar, we’re helping fleets remove common barriers to electrification, combining fuel and EV payments into one seamless solution, while giving drivers greater confidence that they can charge easily and cost-effectively throughout their working day.”
Image courtesy of char.gy
