# Grocery Store Charging Hubs M&S in Cheshunt Opened its First bp pulse Charging Hub By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2024-07-16 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bp-pulse-charging-hub References: [talkingretail](https://www.talkingretail.com/news/industry-news/bp-pulse-opens-first-ev-charging-hub-at-ms-store-16-07-2024/) & [bppulse](https://www.bppulse.co.uk)  An M&S store in Cheshunt has become the first location for a bp pulse charging hub as part of an exclusive agreement between the brands that will see drivers able to access EV stations in an ultra-convenient way. The charging hub includes 10 electric vehicle charging bays including six rapid 50kW ones and four ultra-fast 150kW ones, while one of the ultra-fast bays also has an extra-wide size for ease of access. The charging hub will offer consumers the ability to power up their vehicle as they shop, which will help to keep drivers fueled up in an ultra-convenient way. bp pulse UK CEO Akira Kirton commented on the new charging hub launch saying, "The opening of our EV charging hub at the M&S store in Cheshunt is a huge milestone; the first of a strategic rollout programme. This is a fantastic option for M&S shoppers, enabling them to top up their EV battery while they enjoy shopping in a brilliant retail destination." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 26% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Transportation](https://www.trendhunter.com/transportation) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Retail-ev Charging Integration:** Integrating EV charging stations into retail environments provides a dual-purpose destination for shoppers and drivers. - **Ultra-fast EV Chargers:** The implementation of ultra-fast 150kW charging stations at retail stores significantly reduces the time required to charge electric vehicles. - **Convenience-based Charging Solutions:** Offering EV charging bays at convenient, high-traffic retail locations simplifies the process of maintaining electric vehicle charges for consumers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Electric Vehicle Infrastructure:** EV infrastructure developments are being bolstered by partnerships between retail giants and energy companies to enhance charging network accessibility. - **Retail Transformations:** Retail spaces are evolving to include multifunctional services like EV charging stations to attract and retain eco-conscious customers. - **Sustainable Energy Solutions:** The move towards incorporating electric vehicle charging hubs within retail areas reflects a broader industry trend towards sustainable energy integration. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retail-Integrated EV Charging Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Retail-Integrated-EV-charging-hubs.md) - [Eco EV Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retail-and-electric-vehicle-charging-station.md) - [Collaboration EV Station Rollouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bp-and-hertz.md) - [Motorway Ultra-Rapid Charging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Motorway-ultra-rapid-charging.md) - [Supermarket EV Charging Rollouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drax-chargers.md) - [Grocer EV Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recharge-stores.md) - [Ultra-Rapid Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-rapid-EV-charging.md) - [EV Charging Station Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ev-charging.md) - [High-Performance EV Charge Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evolo-rapid-charge.md)