# Eco EV Charging Stations This Retail and Electric Vehicle Charging Station Will Be in Manchester By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2023-07-11 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retail-and-electric-vehicle-charging-station References: [talkingretail](https://www.talkingretail.com/news/industry-news/futuristic-retail-and-electric-vehicle-charging-oasis-green-lit-for-manchester-07-07-2023/) & [be-ev](https://be-ev.co.uk/)  This retail and electric vehicle charging station from Be.EV has been given the go ahead by the Manchester City Council as a new oasis for EVs to provide drivers with access to essential power. The station will be positioned as an oasis for EV drivers, and will be located on a site that previously housed a gas station. The station will feature the ability to [rapid-charge up to 16 vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultrafast-charging-systems) at a time, while also providing [secure charging for electric bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beambike). Drivers will be able to power up their vehicle in as little as 10-minutes thanks to ultra-rapid charging infrastructure. The retail and electric vehicle charging station will also feature [solar panels on the roofing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gosun-sun) to further increase its sustainable profile with the convenience store offering 1,900-square-feet of shopping space. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 17% - 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 - **Rapid-charging Infrastructure:** The development of ultra-rapid charging infrastructure presents an opportunity for companies to create innovative solutions that can charge electric vehicles in as little as 10 minutes. - **Sustainable Retail Spaces:** The combination of retail spaces and electric vehicle charging stations provides an opportunity for businesses to create sustainable hubs that offer convenience and eco-friendly services to consumers. - **Solar-powered Charging Stations:** The integration of solar panels on charging stations allows for clean, renewable energy generation, opening up possibilities for companies to create environmentally-friendly charging solutions. ### Who This Affects Most - **Electric Vehicle Charging:** The growth of electric vehicle charging infrastructure creates opportunities for businesses to develop and provide innovative charging solutions to meet the increasing demand for EVs. - **Retail:** The integration of retail spaces with charging stations offers an opportunity for retailers to attract eco-conscious customers and provide them with convenient services while shopping. - **Renewable Energy:** The use of solar panels on charging stations highlights the potential for companies in the renewable energy sector to expand their offerings and support the growth of sustainable transportation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dedicated Electric Vehicle Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-vehicle-station.md) - [Grocery Store Charging Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bp-pulse-charging-hub.md) - [Convenience Store Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recharge-by-gelsons.md) - [Fast Food EV Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/subway-oasis.md) - [Street Lamp Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lamppost-ev-charger.md) - [Scalable EV Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epit-ultra-fast-charging-station.md) - [Unwinding Multifunctional Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/better-energy-charge.md) - [All-in-One Retailer EV Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freewire-boost-power-pro.md) - [Grocer EV Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recharge-stores.md)