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Road trips from Ireland to the UK and mainland Europe

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    #32
    the_amazing_raisin
    Registered Users Posts: 11,263 ✭✭✭✭the_amazing_raisin


    I'd recommend Zap Map, it's good for finding chargers in the UK

    A better route planner is always great for planning long trips and charging stops

    Ionity and Tesla apps are handy for the M6 as they have multiple hubs along the way. Ionity didn't have card readers last time I was there (almost 2 years ago now)

    Tesla obviously only have card readers on the V4 superchargers and they're still fairly rare

    BP Pulse could be useful because I believe their card readers take a £50 authorisation which puts you over the contactless limit in euros. Alternatively you can use Apple/Google pay and tap your phone

    You might need to download an app for any AC chargers you're using as they aren't covered by the card payment rules. You'll likely have to deal with those on a case by case basis

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    #33
    CivilEx
    Registered Users Posts: 714 ✭✭✭CivilEx


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122193529#Comment_122193529

    I've used a Gridserve https://electrichighway.gridserve.com/ hub previously near Chester, contactless via Google Pay using my phone with no issue. They have quite a few similar hubs along that M6 corridor with up to 12 350kW chargers at some locations. Tap with Debit / Credit card may not work if your limit is €50 as its' not enough for £50 pre-authorisation. Charge your non Tesla is also an option, but have the app set up and tested here before you travel.



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