£63M Boost for UK EV Charging: What It Means for Drivers, Councils, and Fleets

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The UK government has announced £63 million in new funding to supercharge the nation’s EV charging network – a decisive step toward making electric mobility more practical, accessible, and future-ready.

Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander confirmed that the investment will be split between local councils and key transport hubs, targeting areas where charging infrastructure is needed most.

“We do need to make it easier and cheaper for people to buy an electric vehicle,” Alexander said. “Today we’re announcing really big investment in charging infrastructure across the country.”

How the £63M Will Be Spent

  • £25 million for councils – Expanding local charging networks, including innovative pavement “gullies” to safely route charging cables to residential EVs without driveways.
  • £30 million for vehicle depots – Accelerating electrification of high-mileage fleets in critical sectors including healthcare, public transport, and local government.
  • Additional allocations – Enhancing capacity at strategic transport points and underserved communities.

This funding forms part of a £1.4 billion national commitment to EV adoption, with £400 million earmarked for charging infrastructure over the next five years.

Why This Matters for the UK EV Market

The UK aims for EVs to account for 28% of all new car sales this year, but availability of convenient charging – especially on residential streets and at fleet depots – remains one of the final barriers to widespread adoption.

→ For homeowners, this investment promises better access to local, on-street chargers, making it easier to own an EV without a private driveway.

Businesses and fleets benefit from cost-efficient depot charging, optimising uptime and lowering running costs.

Installers and industry stakeholders see new opportunities for large-scale, funded projects with shorter delivery timelines.

This announcement is a catalyst for infrastructure growth, innovation, and investment.

Wallbox Solutions: Ready for the Next Wave of UK Charging

With over a decade of experience delivering intelligent, installer-friendly hardware across the UK and Europe, Wallbox is uniquely positioned to help councils, fleets, and homeowners make the most of this funding.

At Wallbox, we design chargers that meet the needs of today’s EV drivers and tomorrow’s infrastructure goals. The £63M package is a green light for councils, businesses, and homeowners to act now, and we’re ready to deliver.

Pulsar Max | Designed for Modern Homes

Not just compact, smart compact. Pulsar Max pairs high-performance charging with native integration into solar and energy management systems, turning a driveway charger into a home energy hub. Its weather-resistant design, flexible tethered or socket options, and seamless app control make it a future-proof investment – not just a box on the wall.

Pulsar Max (socket version)

Pulsar Pro | Engineered for High-Demand Environments

Purpose-built for shared and commercial use, Pulsar Pro delivers enterprise-grade reliability in a small footprint. Its encrypted connectivity, intelligent load balancing, and multi-user authentication give operators more control, and drivers more uptime. For councils and fleets, that means faster deployment, lower operating costs, and a charging experience that simply works.

Pulsar Pro (socket & Tethered versions)

Why Choose Wallbox Over Others?

Where many chargers stop at compliance, Wallbox goes further, combining hardware innovation, scalable energy management, and future-ready connectivity. Our solutions are designed to adapt to evolving grid demands, integrate effortlessly with renewables, and deliver measurable cost savings from day one.

The Takeaway: 

Funding is here, planning barriers are gone, and demand is climbing. Whether you’re electrifying a council fleet, scaling public charging, or future-proofing your home, Wallbox delivers the edge you need to do it right, the first time.

Power the UK’s electric future with Wallbox

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All statistics and policy details cited in this post are sourced from the following article:
“UK government announces £63m funding for EV charging infrastructure”
Published by The Guardian, on 13 July 2025.
Available at:
https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2025/jul/13/uk-funding-ev-charging-infrastructure-electric-vehicles 

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