Supermarket retailer Lidl has continued to expand its store-based public charging network in the UK this year, with over £10 million invested this financial year, which includes the installation of around 100 new rapid EV chargers at its to stores. The announcement also comes alongside a price cut for its network, with price per kWh dropping from 62p per kWh to 59p per kWh for Lidl Plus members.
As part of its EV charging expansion in the UK, Lidl has committed to building rapid chargers at the majority of its newly built stores. It brings total investment in the network to £35 million since 2017, with rapid charging now available at one third of Lidl stores in the UK.
While many UK supermarket chains operate EV charging facilities through third-party providers (such as Tesco’s partnership with Pod Point and Morrisons’ partnership with MFG), Lidl owns its charging points outright, giving it direct control over pricing and special offers on EV charging at its stores. It’s not the only UK retailer to go it alone though, as Sainsbury’s launched its in-house Smart Charge brand back in 2024.
The investment comes as demand for public charging in the UK continues to climb. In the UK’s most recent car registration figures, 30% of new cars registered were fully-electric models, and that proportion continues to climb year-on-year.
Richard Taylor, Chief Real Estate Officer at Lidl GB, commented:
“For over 30 years, we’ve focused on giving customers the best possible value on their groceries, and our EV network is an extension of that promise. By expanding our rapid chargers, we’re making it as simple and affordable as possible for shoppers to top up while they shop – helping EV drivers save money and supporting more sustainable everyday habits.”
