UK Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Market by Charging Type (Off-Board Top-Down Pantograph, On-Board Bottom-Up Pantograph, and Charging Via Connector), Charging Voltage Level (Level 1 (<3.7 KW), Level 2 (3.7–22 KW), and Level 3 (Above 22 KW)), Charger Type (Slow Charger and Fast Charger), Vehicle Charging (AC, DC, Inductive Charging), Application (Commercial and Residential), Commercial (Commercial Public EV Charging Stations, On-Road Charging and Commercial Private EV Charging Stations), Installation Type (Portable Charger and Fixed Charger), IoT Connectivity (Non-Connected Charging Stations and Smart Connected Charging Stations (Networked)) and Charging Standard (CCS, CHADEMO & GB/T, Type 1/Normal Charging, Tesla Super Charger, Type-2, and Level 3) – Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast 2023–2030
UK Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Market was valued at USD 612.42 million in 2022, and is predicted to reach USD 4986.0 million by 2030, with a CAGR of 30.7% from 2023 to 2030.
The UK government is actively backing the development of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure as part of its commitment to promoting the widespread adoption of EVs within the country. This strategic initiative aligns with the government's Ten-point plan, designed to facilitate the transition towards achieving its ambitious net-zero emissions targets by the year 2050. In essence, the government's support for EV charging infrastructure is a crucial component of its broader efforts to reduce carbon emissions and achieve its sustainability objectives.
For instance, in August 2022, the government of United Kingdom announced to support the demand for EV chargers by funding USD 21 million under the chargepoint scheme, which will enable the drivers to have access to more than 1,000 new electric vehicle chargepoints across the country.
However, the growth of the EV charger installation sector faces substantial hurdles primarily linked to the absence of incentives and concerns regarding the high installation expenses. The most significant challenge revolves around the costly nature of level 3 and ultra-fast chargers, which has led potential users to hesitate.
Unlike level 1 and level 2 chargers, which may take several hours for a full charge, consumers anticipate rapid refueling akin to traditional fossil fuel vehicles, typically within 5 to 7 minutes. There is a strong demand for fast chargers capable of achieving this under-30-minute charging time, yet the initial investment in level 3 chargers can dissuade those contemplating the switch to EVs. The protracted charging durations may disrupt individuals' hectic routines, underscoring the critical importance of convenience as a key factor in the decision-making process.
On the other hand, the integration of vehicle-to-grid (V2G) charging enables bi-directional exchange of electrical energy between plug-in electric vehicles (EVs) and the power grid. V2G technology allows EVs to store surplus electricity and release it back to the grid, adding value for EV owners and enhancing the functionality of the electrical system.
The development of V2G charging has simplified the charging process for EVs, positioning them as a prominent transportation option. Consequently, the market for charging stations has become crucial in connecting EVs to the grid and facilitating charging.
Manufacturers have a significant opportunity with V2G charging technology, as it is poised to transform the EV industry and shape the future of EV charging. Although there is a substantial upfront cost associated with installing V2G charging stations, the benefits of V2G infrastructure outweigh those of standard smart charging. This anticipated growth in V2G technology presents a promising opportunity for EV connector manufacturers to produce advanced connectors capable of withstanding the electrical demands of V2G systems.
Segment OverviewThe UK Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging market industry is segmented on the basis of charging type, charging voltage level, charger type, IOT connectivity, vehicle charging, application, commercial, installation type, and charging standard.
• By charging type, the market is classified into off-board top-down pantograph, on-board bottom-up pantograph, charging via connector.
• By charging voltage level, the market is segmented into level 1 (<3.7 kw), level 2 (3.7–22 kw), level 3 (above 22 kw).
• By charger type, the market is divided into small charger, fast charger.
• By IOT connectivity, the market is segmented into non-connected charging stations, smart connected charging stations (networked).
• By vehicle charging, the market is divided into AC, DC, inductive charging.
• By application, the market is separated into commercial, residential.
• By commercial, the market is classified into commercial public EV charging stations, commercial private EV charging stations.
• By installation type, the market is divided into portable charging, fixed charging.
• By charging standard, the market is separated into CCS, chademo & GB/T, type 1/normal charging, tesla super charger, type-2, level 3.
Key Market PlayersThe key players in the UK Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging market research include companies such as:KEY PLAYERS• ABB Ltd.
• ChargePoint, Inc
• Tesla Inc
• Shell Recharge Solutions
• Star Charge
• TELD
• Siemens
• BYD
• EVgo
• Hyundai Motor Company
KEY BENEFITS• The UK Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging market report provides a quantitative analysis of the current market and estimations from 2023 to 2030. This analysis assists in identifying the prevailing market opportunities.
• The study comprises a comprehensive analysis of the market trends, including current and future trends for depicting prevalent investment pockets in the market.
• The information related to key drivers, restraints, and opportunities and their impact on the UK Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging market is provided in the report.
• The competitive analysis of the market players along with their market share in the UK Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging market is provided in the report.
• The SWOT analysis and Porter’s Five Forces model are elaborated in the study.
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