Photos: Old Shell gas station converted to EV-only charging hub

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The pilot is the first time Shell has converted one of its former gas stations to an EV-only charging station

Google Street View image taken in October 2020.Stephen JonesStephen Jones, Business InsiderIt's pretty clear who's allowed in the charging baysStephen Jones

Shell Recharge has nine rapid, 175-kW charging points and two parking spaces. Drivers can make use of free WiFi, grab a coffee, or go grocery shopping while they wait for their car to charge.One customer, Rebecca, who was drinking coffee while waiting for her rental Renault Zoe E-Tech Electric car to charge, told Insider that Shell Recharge was easy to use.

"It's idiot-proof, you just tap and go," she said – but admitted it wasn't as quick as a filling up a regular car. "You have to plan your time," she said. But withRebecca told Insider she'd spend around £8 on her charge. Drivers pay for their electricity on the Shell Recharge app or card, via contactless payment, or using a QR code. Shell charges £0.49 per kWh.Shell said it wants to install 50,000 EV charging points across the UK by 2025.Get the latest tech news & scoops — delivered daily to your inbox.

 

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