West Berkshire isn’t just rolling hills and racing at Newbury, it’s driving forward with greener transport. Electric vehicles are here to stay, but the real question is: how do you keep yours charged without turning every trip into a hunt for a public charger?

Yes, chargers are popping up across the district, from Thatcham to Hungerford, but nothing beats the simplicity (and savings!) of charging at home. If you’ve got a driveway in Pangbourne or Tilehurst, you’re sorted. But what if you live on those charming terraced streets in Newbury or Lambourn where parking is on-road?

The Game-Changer: Pavement Cable Channels - Imagine a neat, recessed channel across the pavement that lets you run your charging cable safely with no trip hazards, no messy DIY fixes. Just smart, council-approved tech that makes home EV charging possible even without a driveway.

Why It’s Worth It - Off-peak home electricity can cost as little as 7.5p/kWh, compared to 55p/kWh at many public chargers. That’s a potential saving of around £4,000 a year, money better spent on a day at Highclere Castle or exploring the Kennet & Avon Canal.

West Berkshire Council is backing residents with grants and licences to make cross-pavement charging legal and safe. Apply today, and you could be charging your EV outside your front door in weeks.