"Electric Car Owners Face Roadblock: UK Councils Resist Charger Gullies Amid Safety and Parking Concerns. Despite government assurances that charger gullies will simplify the process of charging electric vehicles on the streets, millions of UK households may be left in the dark. Energy Secretary Ed Miliband has touted the benefits of these gullies, which would allow drivers to charge their cars without having to worry about the logistics of charging cables crossing pavements. However, a surprising number of local authorities are pushing back, citing concerns over safety, the law, and parking - leaving many electric car owners wondering if they'll ever be able to take advantage of this convenient technology."
Despite government pledges, more than 20 authorities will not allow gullies, citing safety, legal and parking concernsThe energy secretary, Ed Miliband, has said charger gullies to connect electric cars parked on streets will help cut costs for drivers, yet millions of UK households may be unable to use the simple technology because their local councils will still not allow charging cables to cross the pavement.Despite government promises to “slash red tape” and make it easier to put in gullies, more than 20 local authorities appear to be holding out against them. Continue reading...
