EV charging : a simpler way to charge with PayByPhone

As we mark World EV Day, it’s a good time to look at one of the most important parts of driving electric: charging.

For drivers in the UK, finding a charger, checking availability and paying for a session can sometimes mean switching between different apps and payment methods.

It doesn’t have to be that complicated.

Find, navigate and pay in one place

PayByPhone makes EV charging simpler by bringing the key steps together in one app.

UK drivers can access more than 80,000 chargers across the country, including 80% of the UK’s fast and ultra-fast chargers.

With PayByPhone, you can find a charger that suits your vehicle, check its availability and pricing, and get directions straight to it, all without switching to another app.

Once you arrive, you can start and pay for your charging session from your phone, without needing a physical card or QR code.

What you can do with PayByPhone

- Find a charger by network, connector type or charging power

- Check availability and pricing

- Get directions to your chosen charging point

- Start and pay for your charging session directly from the app

Everything you need to get charged and back on the road.

Why does this matter?

The UK’s EV charging network is growing quickly, giving drivers more options than ever.

But more chargers and more operators can also mean more apps, accounts and ways to pay. For drivers, having a straightforward way to find and use a charger can make the experience much easier.

Paying through an app also means you don’t have to rely on QR codes displayed at charging points, helping you avoid potential QR code scams.

What’s next?

Today, EV charging through PayByPhone is available exclusively in the UK.

But electric mobility doesn’t stop at the UK. PayByPhone already helps drivers manage parking across markets including North America, France, Germany and Switzerland.

As electric mobility continues to grow, we’re looking at how we can bring this experience to more drivers around the world.

In summary

Find your charger. Plan your route. Charge and pay.

With PayByPhone, UK drivers can manage their EV charging journey from their phone, helping make getting from A to B a little easier.

And as we celebrate World EV Day, it’s a reminder that the future of driving isn’t just about going electric, it’s about making the whole experience work better for drivers.

Because wherever the journey takes you, getting there should be simple.

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