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Eight ultra-rapid electric vehicle (EV) charging bays have been installed at Sainsbury's in Lyons Farm. The new "Smart Charge" bays allow vehicles to charge in as little as 30 minutes. This is part of Sainsbury's initiative to provide speed, reliability, and competitive prices with rewards for EV drivers.
The new charging hub is a significant addition to public EV charging options in the area. The Lyons Farm store is conveniently located near the A27, making it an ideal stop for EV users living locally or passing by. The new ultra-rapid 150kW Smart Charge bays at Sainsbury’s Lyons Farm allow drivers to collect Nectar points while they charge.
They provide a sustainable power source for all types of EVs and for all drivers, not just those shopping in-store. The launch of the new hub adds to the existing four Smart Charge hubs and 34 ultra-rapid bays already open along the south coast. This brings the total of Smart Charge locations across the UK to 76.
The new charging hub is located in the store’s car park and is easily accessible for disabled customers and those with young children. Patrick Dunne, Sainsbury’s director of property, procurement and EV ventures, said: "We know that demand for speedy, reliable and sustainable EV charging facilities in the UK continues to grow – that’s why Sainsbury’s is rolling out Smart Charge, our new best-in-class ultra-rapid charging service, at supermarkets up and down the country. "We hope EV drivers will enjoy the added convenience and choice our new Lyons Farm hub provides, giving them confidence that they can top up or do a full charge at our second West Sussex location.
"What’s more, they can even grab a coffee or pick up some groceries while they’re there, all while being rewarded for their charge by collecting Nectar points." Smart Charge is the first and only EV charging business to be fully owned and managed end-to-end by a supermarket. It is now available via 627 ultra-rapid charging bays at 76 Sainsbury’s locations, with new charging hubs being added to the Smart Charge network regularly.
Smart Charge is also the first EV charging provider to offer customers loyalty benefits from a leading loyalty programme, Nectar, allowing them to collect points to spend on their favourite brands..
