Ultra-rapid EV charging site opens in Newcastle

A Newcastle retail park has added ultra-rapid electric vehicle charging to support shoppers, residents and motorists.

Zapgo has opened a new charging site at Callerton Rise Retail Park, west of Newcastle, featuring a 200kW ultra-rapid charger serving two parking bays.

The charger allows EV drivers to add significant range in as little as 20 minutes while visiting the retail park, which is home to Co-op, Greggs and Harrison Family Vets.

Located eight minutes from Newcastle Airport and close to the A1, the site will serve shoppers, local residents and drivers travelling through the area.

It will also support demand from the wider Callerton Rise development, where more than 1500 new homes are already built and occupied, with a further 2000 planned.

Bosses at Zapgo say the site forms part of its wider strategy to roll out rapid and reliable chargers at local destinations across the UK.

Neil Mahapatra, chief executive of Zapgo, said: “We’re thrilled to bring ultra-rapid EV charging to Callerton Rise retail park, and support the growing number of drivers choosing electric vehicles across the North East. 

“As the area continues to expand, it’s important that drivers are able to charge in a convenient location. We’re proud to be focused on bringing much-needed EV charging to the North of England to support drivers making the switch to electric vehicles.”

Ross Mabon, chief operating officer of Zapgo, added: “It was fantastic to attend the opening of the new Callerton Co-op and celebrate the launch of our ultra-rapid charging site alongside the local community. 

“As this neighbourhood continues to grow, it’s important that the supporting infrastructure grows with it. 

“By working with partners such as Co-op, we can deliver convenient charging in locations where people already live, shop and spend time, making EV ownership easier and more accessible for drivers.”

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