The UK Department for Transport (DfT) and the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles have introduced a funding scheme to support projects enabling off-grid electric vehicle (EV) charging in England.
The £10 million (US$13.1 million) fund targets technologies designed to futureproof England’s EV chargepoint network and ensure drivers can keep moving. According to the DfT, this initiative will accelerate the deployment of EV charging infrastructure along motorways and A-roads.
Companies interested in the funding have until 25 March 2026 to apply. The scheme is open to providers of technologies and solutions that allow EV charging devices to function without major grid connections or entirely off-grid.
To qualify, projects must enable at least 12 EVs to access ultra-rapid charging.
These projects aim to address grid constraint challenges and support the expansion of chargers across the strategic road network, including rural areas nationwide.
Potential solutions may combine renewable energy sources, such as solar PV, with energy storage systems like batteries. This approach could reduce the need for costly grid upgrades, especially in areas facing significant grid constraints and deployment delays.
This funding scheme is part of a broader effort by the UK government to strengthen the domestic EV market.
In July, the government launched a £650 million grant program offering discounts of up to £3,750 per new EV. Last week, it announced proposals to make home EV charging more accessible for drivers without private driveways and for renters.
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