VW ID3 experience stung by recharging challenges

For a long time the weak link in EV ownership has been the charging network. This is especially true of the UK, where dozens of operators are fighting for market share.

The problem is partly because of their business models.

They want create a loyal pool of customers by tying them to monthly membership schemes whereby the charger network is accessed via an app or a special card with embedded RFID chip.

This isn't good if you need to plug surf because if you believe in Murphy's Law then you know that the closest charger won't be included in your network.