TODAY (Thursday, 5 May) a new 'Electric Superhub' will open at Thurrock's M25 Moto services, providing essential electric vehicle charging with 12x 350kW chargers.

The high powered chargers – powered by 100% renewable energy – can add the 117 miles of range required to drive around London's Orbital Motorway in less than 15 minutes charging time.

Thurrock Electric Super Hub will provide quick, convenient charging for both the Thurrock and wider Essex communities, as well as visitors to the nearby Lakeside shopping centres.

Toddington Harper, CEO of GRIDSERVE which is providingnthe service, said: "We are committed to building a UK-wide charging network at a speed that will help give EV drivers the confidence they need to undertake any journey, irrespective of what electric vehicle they drive, and charge quickly, reliably and affordably.

"This is what is necessary to move the needle on climate change. Thurrock is further proof that we're building on our partnership with Moto and we'll continue to deliver more High Power Electric Super Hubs throughout the year. The level of passion on display and the pace of development within GRIDSERVE never ceases to amaze me."