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A14 - Newmarket Services - Westbound - BP - EVCP

A14 Westbound, Newmarket, CB8 0XG

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EVCP Overview

  • There is an electric vehicle charging point.
  • The electric vehicle charging point is located within the Starbucks parking area.
  • The charging point is not near to the main amenities/facilities.
  • There are 2 bays for the charging point.
  • There are 2 standard charging bays.
  • The nearest standard charging bay is 28m from the Starbucks entrance.
  • The charging point/bay area is not illuminated by artificial lighting.
  • The charging point/bay area is not roofed.
  • There is not a toilet with adaptations near to the charging bay.
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EVCP - evpoint (Standard Bays)

  • Electric Vehicle Charge Point View
    • The standard bay and charge point was surveyed.
    • The type of chargers include: Type 2, CCS and CHAdeMO.
    • The charger type is signed.
    • The charge point is located to the front as you approach the bay.
    • The approach to the charge point has bollards and a kerb.
    • The bollards do not have a high colour contrast to prevent them being hazardous to visually impaired people.
    • The surface around the charge point is grass and concrete.
    • The charge point contrasts visually with the surrounding surfaces.
    • There is stepped access to this charge point from the parking bay.
    • This is one step to access this charge point from the parking bay.
    • There are no handrails for the step.
    • The step is unmarked.
    • The height of the step is not between 15cm and 18cm.
    • The height of the step is 12cm.
    • The instructions are located on the charge point.
    • The instructions are clear.
    • Use of the charge point is supported by an app.
    • The screen is at a fixed height.
    • The height range of the screen is 140cm to 155cm from the carriageway level.
    • The screen is free from glare and clearly lit.
    • The screen content is easy to read and understand.
    • The screen is easy to locate and contrasts with the charge point.
    • The height to the bottom edge of the payment terminal is 125cm.
    • The payment terminal contrasts visually with the charge point.
  • Charger and Cables View
    • There are 3 cables/sockets for the charge point.
    • The height of the socket outlets is 112cm.
    • The height of the connector handles when in the holsters is 112cm.
    • The cable connector handle/charger requires effort to remove from the holster.
    • The cable connector handle/charger is easy to grip.
    • The cable connector handle/charger contrasts visually with the charge point.
    • Once removed from the holster, the cable may be difficult to manoeuvre whilst supported on the ground.
    • Once removed from the holster, the cable may be difficult to manoeuvre.
    • The cable can be used with a variety of parking positions, and vehicle sizes, without causing an obstruction.
    • The cable does create a trip hazard when in use and when not in use.
    • The charging cable connector is easy to locate back into the holster or dock after use.
  • Charging Bay View
    • The charging bay is clearly marked and signposted.
    • The charging bay dimensions are 230cm x 465cm.