New BP pulse charging hub opens at New Milton’s M&S store

AN electric vehicle charging hub has now opened at a New Milton store.

Shoppers using electric vehicles can now charge them at the BP Pulse charging hub at M&S using one of its six “rapid” 50kW charging points.

An M&S spokesperson said the hub was part of its commitment to becoming a net zero carbon business by 2040.

Store manager Keith Caufield-Lawrence said: “It’s fantastic to be part of the latest wave of M&S stores in the UK to offer a BP pulse charging hub. We’ve seen more and more of our customers driving electric cars so now we’ll be able to make shopping all that bit easier by providing a convenient charging spot . We’re so excited for customers to start using it.”

BP pulse general manager Valerio Ferro added: “The opening of our EV charging hub at the M&S store in New Milton is a great addition to our strategic rollout programme. This is a fantastic option for M&S shoppers, enabling them to top up their EV battery in the same time it takes them to enjoy shopping.

“Convenience is a very important part of our aim to develop the UK’s best on-the-go charging network, and this is a compelling example of how we’re offering fast and reliable EV charging where it is convenient for our customers.”