The company says this is a first for public charging networks. The rollout will reach most of Connected Kerb's existing 6,000 chargers and future installations (4,000 planned this year) by 2025. Drivers will benefit from overnight tariffs as low as £0.45 per kWh, potentially saving £222 annually.
This initiative aims to address the high-cost barrier for EV adoption, especially for those without home charging. Currently, 62% of UK drivers lack home charging access and pay higher public network rates.
The rollout begins in West Sussex, Lincoln, Scarborough, Ryedale, and Sunderland. Drivers can schedule charging through the Connected Kerb app, with sessions starting at midnight and lasting until 7am or full battery.
Smart charging benefits not only drivers but also the grid. By reducing peak energy demand, Connected Kerb estimates a 240MW reduction by 2030, equivalent to taking 1.4 million kettles off the grid at peak times. This reduces reliance on fossil fuels for energy generation.
This announcement follows Connected Kerb's recent partnership with South Tyneside Council to double the number of public charge points in the Northeast. This marks the largest charger rollout in Northern England, contributing to the UK's target of 300,000 charge points by 2030.
