Fastned, UK’s best-rated electric vehicle (EV) charging station operator, brings electric charging to Essex
- Electric Vehicle (EV) drivers in Colchester, Essex can experience Fastned, the UK’s best charge point operator as rated by Zap-Map for the second year in a row
- Fastned today opens a new “ultra-rapid” 300 kW station at Colchester Northern Gateway, just off the A12
- The site will have eight operational charging bays, powered by 100% renewable energy
Colchester, England, 17 November 2023: Fastned, the European rapid charging company, has today opened its ultra-rapid electric vehicle (EV) charging station in Colchester, Essex.
The site, Fastned’s first in Essex, is based at Colchester Northern Gateway Leisure Park which is being developed by Turnstone Estates on behalf of Colchester City Council and Canada Life and sits adjacent to the A12.
Eight charging bays at the site will be fully operational from launch and supplied by 100% renewable energy. Each bay is capable of adding up to 300 miles of range to fully-electric cars in 20 minutes.
Drivers in Colchester can now benefit from the UK’s best-rated EV charging station. We are delighted with our first site in Essex and we look forward to welcoming drivers from the county (and beyond) to our highly visible, easy-to-use ultra rapid charging site.
The launch means Fastned now has 18 stations in the UK. The new station features Fastned’s famous, highly visible solar canopies that help EV drivers to locate the site and stay dry while charging. Reliable and easy-to-use ultra-rapid chargers, as well as a range of payment methods, mean drivers can charge easily with confidence and get back on the road as quickly as possible.
It is great news that Fastned has chosen Colchester to be the home of their first ultra-rapid electric vehicle charging station in Essex. The site will be based at Northern Gateway which is the perfect location for users to make the most of the new facilities in the area while their car is charging.
Fastned's plan for ultra-rapid electric vehicle charging is great news. It is vital that electric vehicle usage is made more practical and convenient, as we strive for cleaner transport options. Their commitment to renewable energy and rapid charging is a great asset for our residents and visitors. We hope this will encourage residents to take up electric vehicles and to visit Colchester confident in their travel choices, welcoming this eco-friendly infrastructure.
About Fastned
Fastned is on a mission to accelerate the transition to electric mobility. Since 2012, we’ve been at the forefront of European charging infrastructure development, building and operating a rapidly growing network of iconic fast charging stations.
Our yellow, nature-inspired stations create a welcoming environment for drivers during the 20 minutes it takes to charge up to 300 miles of range. By offering Europe’s most reliable, convenient and joyful charging experience, we aim to inspire millions to drive on solar and wind energy so that together we can curb climate change. Fastned is listed at Euronext Amsterdam (AMS: FAST).