You can create an account via the ESB EV Plug In app available from the Apple store or Google Play. You can also create an account through our website by clicking here. Once you have created your account, chosen your preferred payment option and if necessary registered your bank details, you’re ready to use the network.

You can also use contactless payment method at all of our rapid and ultra-rapid EV chargers across Great Britain.

You can use our Rapid Chargers on a Pay As You Go basis or as a registered customer. For more information on pricing see our pricing page. 

See below our video which explains how to charge your EV using an ESB Energy Rapid Charger.

You must activate your card before use by following the steps below:

1. Sign into your account on www.esbenergy.co.uk/EV or the EV Plug In app from the Apple store or Google Play
2. Go to profile and select cards from the dropdown list, (on app select dropdown menu)
3. Click activate card
4. Input your card number to complete the activation

The minimum amount you can top your account up at a time is £10. 

You can select from the following options to narrow your search:

• All Programs
• Public Only
• Public and Taxi Only

ESB Energy has four types of chargers available which can be filtered:

• CHAdeMO
• Combo CCS
• AC43
• Type2