Aldi adds more Shell rapid EV chargers in the UK
Published on: Aug 8, 2023
A total of 11 stores have been equipped with chargers across the country with more locations to be upgraded based on customer feedback.
Aldi has installed new electric vehicle (EV) fast chargers across 11 UK stores in partnership with Shell. A total of four 50kW rapid chargers will be rolled out in areas such as Hinckley, Cambuslang, Chapel-en-le-Frith, Paignton, Ulverston, Welshpool, Deal and New Malden.
According to a report by local news site Grocery Gazette, the retailer plans to explore the further roll out of chargers across the UK based on customer feedback.
“Our ambition is for 90% of UK drivers to be within 10 minutes of a Shell rapid charger by 2030, whether on one of our forecourts or at other convenient destinations. Now Aldi customers will be able to charge up while they shop,” said Bernie Williamson, General manager of Shell Mobility UK.
Drivers will be able to use the chargers without any subscription. Information such as availability, location and estimated cost of a charging session will be available though the Shell Recharge app. This is part of a deal announced back in 2020, which saw both parties announce the addition of approximately 140 new chargers to the UK’s public charging network.
“We are committed to being an environmentally responsible retailer and we want to help our customers live more sustainably. We are pleased to be partnering with Shell for this trial, to provide our customers with access to rapid charging while they shop our high-quality, affordable products in store,” added George Brown, Real Estate Director at Aldi UK.
Aldi announced earlier this year that it will make an effort to reduce its carbon footprint through several energy-saving measures. These include not only installing new EV chargers but also integrating chiller doors, air source heat pumps and energy-efficient fridges and lights.
