263 - The Canopy Episode

In this episode Gary explores the lack of canopies at electric vehicle charging hubs across the UK.

Despite the presence of canopies at traditional petrol stations, many EV charging sites—especially newly built hubs—lack this basic weather protection.

Gary examines various Charge Point Operators (CPOs) like BP Pulse, Shell, Instavolt, Gridserve, and Fastned, highlighting inconsistencies in canopy installation. He discusses the practical implications for users, especially in adverse weather, and presents arguments from CPOs regarding cost, planning, and customer demand.

The episode concludes with a call for listener feedback on whether canopies should be a standard feature at EV charging hubs.

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Episode produced by Arran Sheppard at Urban Podcasts: https://www.urbanpodcasts.co.uk

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