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Scottish Government enlists Allstar to support vision for EV initiative

Allstar, a leading UK company in EV, fuel, and business expense payments, has announced its support for the Scottish government’s EV initiative.
By James Foster May 15, 2024 Read time: 1 min
Allstar’s single payment solution brings added public charging network convenience and coverage to businesses with ChargePlace Scotland. Photo: Allstar

Becoming the first business charging provider connected to ChargePlace Scotland, established by the Scottish Government, Allstar extends EV charging payments to businesses across Scotland and the wider UK.

ChargePlace Scotland (CPS) was initiated by the Scottish Government to encourage EV adoption. It has grown into one of the UK’s largest public charging networks. Allstar’s collaboration ensures uninterrupted access to all CPS charge points, supporting the government’s vision for an ideal public charging offer.

Aligned with Allstar’s mission to simplify the UK’s electrification transition, this partnership provides drivers access to over 2,800 chargers and 6,000 connectors across 1,400 locations. Scotland boasts one of the highest charging provisions in the UK, with 93 devices per 100,000 people, emphasising the need to support businesses in utilising them.

The collaboration enables payment at 75% of the Scottish network through Allstar, facilitating seamless travel across Scotland with a single payment solution. The company anticipates further network growth, aiming for Allstar to become the UK’s largest charging network.

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