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City of Brighton to Install 20 Elektrobay PEV Charge Points

Green Car Congress

The city of Brighton UK) plans to install 20 Elektrobay roadside charging stations for plug-in electric vehicles (PEV) over the coming year. Brighton-based Elektromotive developed and manufacturers the innovative Elektrobay charging station, and will be responsible for the implementation of the project.

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Elektromotive selected to trial electric smart

Green Cars News

Charged using a standard three-pin plug, the two seater has a range of up to 70 miles and has a top speed of 60mph. Dermot Kelly, Managing Director Mercedes-Benz UK, commented: “The smart electric drive project is an important part of our commitment towards developing sustainable transport solutions across the Mercedes-Benz business.

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Brighton becomes electric car second city

Green Cars News

Plans to install 20 Elektrobay roadside charging stations over the coming year are part of a concerted effort to encourage zero-emissions motoring in the city. Councillors in Brighton have already given the go ahead to install an initial 10 Elektrobays in Brighton by the end of 2009, with a further 10 planned for installation early next year.