The revolutionary project at Welcome Break Corley Services on the M6 will mark a major milestone in the development of ultra-rapid EV charging infrastructure in the UK. Two large battery storage units are being installed on either side of the motorway.
The system will store electricity on-site and distribute it directly to the chargers, allowing for a smaller grid connection and ensuring consistent ultra-rapid charging performance even during periods of high demand.
By reducing standing and capacity charges this innovation also supports InstaVolt’s off-peak charging rate of 60p per kWh between 8pm and 7am.
The Corley Services installation is the first in a programme that will see an additional 12 batteries installed over the coming weeks, with North Wales and Eastbourne being next in line.
Once completed, the upgraded facility on the M6, one of the UK’s busiest transport corridors, will provide faster, cleaner and more resilient charging to enhance the driver experience.
In addition to the battery installation, InstaVolt will also upgrade the existing chargers from 62.5kW to 160kW ultra rapid chargers, further improving charge times.
Reducing grid pressure to support scalability
Delvin Lane, CEO of InstaVolt, said: “We’re the first to be able to provide this kind of battery storage system on a motorway network. This transformative project represents another important milestone for InstaVolt and for the UK’s public charging infrastructure.
“We’re demonstrating how smart energy management can deliver reliable ultra-rapid charging while reducing pressure on the grid. It’s innovation like this that will help ensure EV charging remains scalable, sustainable, and ready for the next wave of electric vehicles.”
The Corley installation builds on InstaVolt’s experience installing a similar system at its Winchester Superhub on the A34 near Winchester, which features battery storage and solar power.
With more than 2,200 chargers already operating nationwide at 99%+ uptime and powered by 100% renewable energy, the company continues to set new standards for charging excellence and accessibility.
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