At Electroverse we are on a mission to make public charging simple so we are giving you the inside scoop on our charging operators so you know exactly what to expect the next time you head out to charge!
Todays turn in the spotlight: Allego
Let’s get plugged in…
Founded in 2013, Allego has grown into a leading European charge point operator with a vast network that covers 16 countries. You’ll find their 35,000+ charging points conveniently located near major roads, motorways, and in cities, making it super easy for drivers to charge on the go. Allego's ultra-rapid charging points are also surrounded by amenities, so you can relax while your vehicle powers up.
What sets Allego apart is their commitment to sustainability. Every single one of their charging stations is powered by 100% renewable energy, so you can plug in with a clear conscience!
Prices for public charging can vary depending on location and charger speed. Sometimes you will also have to factor in additional costs, like connection and idle fees, or location-dependent costs like parking charges. These costs are either set by the operator or the landowner, so if you have a dispute, contact them directly.
The good news? Allego doesn't charge for connecting or any idle fees*. They do however implement an overstay charge at all of their high-powered charge points, this is aimed at reducing waiting times for other drivers. This cost can vary depending on the country you are charging in but on average it will cost €0.25 per minute.
*accurate at the time of writing
This cost will only kick in 45 minutes after a session starts and you can see a detailed price breakdown here.
In the UK the prices at Allego charging stations range from £0.52- £0.84. Across Europe, prices can range from €0.40-€0.95 per kWh depending on which country you are cruising through and what speed you are looking to charge at!
We all have our preferred methods of starting a charge. However, there may come a time when you’ve forgotten to bring your Electrocard or your phone runs out of battery meaning the Electroverse app can’t be accessed - what then? Fortunately, you don’t need to worry about either of these things, as Allego has more than one way to get a charge started:
Electrocard (RFID)
Electroverse app
Contactless (select sites)
You will find Allego chargers across the UK and Europe so you'll never be far from a charger to get you back out on the open road! Check out our map and see for yourself!
You can also find Allego chargers on our map or in the Electroverse app by clicking on filters, then tapping on operators, and selecting Allego from the list. Once you are back on the map only those chargers will appear!
Some charging networks offer a range of speeds and connectors to fit different driver needs. Allego provides chargers with from 22 kW all the way up to 400 kW charging capacity- something for everybody!
Most Allego locations as standard have CCS connectors for the widest compatibility across electric vehicles, you will also find Type 2 connectors at lower kW chargers and CHAdeMO at selected sites!
While we update our blogs regularly things like pricing can change quickly, please check on the app or our map before charging to get the most up-to-date information!
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