Partnership between Zoopla and Vauxhall for identifying homes equipped with electric vehicle chargers
Vauxhall's Electric Streets of Britain Campaign Continues to Drive EV Adoption
Vauxhall's Electric Streets of Britain campaign, launched in 2023, is making significant strides in the UK to improve electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, particularly for the 40% of households without driveways that rely on public charging facilities.
The campaign, which is still ongoing, has partnered with Zoopla, a leading name in the property industry, to help EV drivers find homes with convenient EV charging access. By integrating charging availability into property searches, the partnership aims to support EV adoption and make decisions about buying and renting a new home easier for millions across the country.
In addition to Zoopla, Vauxhall works with leading charging operators such as char.gy, Connected Kerb, and SureCharge to implement and expand on-street charging points nationwide. The campaign has also established a national database (electricstreets.co.uk) where UK motorists can register their need for on-street residential EV chargers. This data is shared with local authorities to inform and prioritize charger installation.
As a result, over 12,000 streets across the UK have been identified as needing on-street EV charging under the initiative. This is particularly important given the rapid growth in EV ownership and a 34% year-on-year increase in EV registrations. However, only 1.6% of property listings mention EV charging, a gap that this campaign seeks to address by raising awareness among property agents and buyers.
Steve Catlin, managing director of Vauxhall, stated that "moving house is a significant decision and finding charging access for EVs will become increasingly important for many people." Vauxhall is committed to electrifying Britain and is working hard to make on-street charging accessibility a reality for all.
The collaboration between Vauxhall and Zoopla continues to promote EV-friendly housing choices, and the features introduced by the partnership are intended to make decisions about buying and renting a new home easier, whether charging at home or on-street. The Electric Streets of Britain campaign is a testament to Vauxhall's dedication to making EV ownership more accessible and convenient for everyone.
[1] Vauxhall. (2023). Electric Streets of Britain. [online] Available at: https://www.vauxhall.co.uk/electric-streets-of-britain
[2] Zoopla. (2023). Electric Streets of Britain. [online] Available at: https://www.zoopla.co.uk/electric-streets-of-britain
[3] The Guardian. (2023). Vauxhall and Zoopla launch electric vehicle charging homes database. [online] Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2023/apr/01/vauxhall-and-zoopla-launch-electric-vehicle-charging-homes-database
[4] Autocar. (2023). Vauxhall teams up with Zoopla to help EV drivers find homes with charging points. [online] Available at: https://www.autocar.co.uk/news/industry/vauxhall-teams-zoopla-help-ev-drivers-find-homes-charging-points
- The Electric Streets of Britain campaign by Vauxhall is promoting the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) by improving charging infrastructure for the 40% of households without driveways.
- The campaign has partnered with Zoopla, a leading real-estate platform, to help EV drivers find homes with convenient EV charging access.
- The collaboration aims to integrate charging availability into property searches, making decisions about buying and renting a new home easier for millions across the UK.
- In addition to Zoopla, Vauxhall works with charging operators like char.gy, Connected Kerb, and SureCharge to implement and expand on-street charging points nationwide.
- The Electric Streets of Britain campaign has established a national database where UK motorists can register their need for on-street residential EV chargers.
- Over 12,000 streets across the UK have been identified as needing on-street EV charging under the initiative, due in part to the rapid growth in EV ownership and a 34% year-on-year increase in EV registrations.
- The finance and automotive industries are expected to benefit from the growth in EV adoption as more people invest in electric cars and vans for transportation.
- The Electric Streets of Britain campaign is a significant move towards making EV ownership more accessible and convenient, reflecting Vauxhall's commitment to electrifying Britain.
