Drax Electric Vehicles partners with Aldi to power up EV charging network at UK stores

New charging facilities have been installed at over 30 stores across the UK, including Aldi's Diss store in Norfolk, as well as locations in Eastbourne, Durham, and Yate near Bristol.

In addition to upgrading its existing charging network, Aldi will also install chargers at around 20 new stores each year as part of its ongoing expansion plans.

All newly built Aldi stores will offer a mix of fast and rapid chargers, with two AC fast chargers supporting four bays up to 22kW and up to two DC rapid chargers supporting four bays up to 160kW at each site – so customers can choose the option that suits their journey.

Charging will be competitively priced at 40p per kWh for fast charging and 62p per kWh for rapid charging. Customers can check availability, view charging costs and pay through the Charge Assist app, or simply use contactless card payment on the newly installed chargers, with no subscription needed.

Jonathan Neale, Managing Director of National Real Estate at Aldi UK, said: “We’re committed to making sustainable choices more accessible for our customers, and we know many are looking for affordable, reliable and convenient ways to charge their cars. By expanding EV charging at more of our stores, we’re helping to make that easier – and offering great-value charging while they shop.”

Adam Hall, Energy Services Director at Drax Electric Vehicles, said: “Aldi’s expansion of EV charge points across its stores demonstrates how rapidly these amenities are becoming integral to the retail sector.

“Drax EVs is proud to have been chosen by Aldi to operate its charge point network and assist with the installation of further charging facilities. By acting now, Aldi is helping cut emissions and ensure its sites are well-equipped to service the needs of the growing community of EV drivers in the years to come.”

The expansion reinforces Aldi's long-term commitment to sustainability and supports the UK's transition to electric vehicles, with the government targeting the end of new petrol and diesel car sales by 2030.

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