All‑Clear for Addison Lee Drivers: A New Power‑Up Source
London’s leading premium hire and taxi squad, Addison Lee, has just snagged a fresh deal with Octopus Energy. The result? No more juggling a handful of charging apps or hunting for zones that actually work. Drivers can now kick it with a single tap at most public chargers around town.
What the Deal Looks Like
- Octopus Electroverse – an all‑in‑one “one card, one app” system that slips into your phone like a plug‑in. Forget needing to download separate supplier apps.
- 24% Savings – a sweet discount on charging costs at thousands of Source London and MFG EV Power stations across the capital.
- Wide Reach – the roaming service opens a gateway to almost every major charging brand in the city, no hunting required.
Powering the Fleet Forward
Over the past three years, Addison Lee poured more than £80 million into an electric‑only fleet. Today they boast:
- ~600 PHEV VW multivans
- High‑end Audi A6s and A8s
- 1,000 Fully electric VW ID.4s
That’s a hefty lineup of zero‑emission cars serving everything from executive rides to everyday black taxis.
Why This Matters
Being the first private‑hire operator in London to roll out EVs on a large scale, Addison Lee has already faced headaches: finding reliable chargers, planning routes around battery limits, and keeping drivers happy. Their partnership with Octopus Energy is a clear sign they’re tackling those issues head‑on.
Liam Griffin, CEO, Addison Lee shrugged in a recent interview, “We’re proud to have led the pack in electrification. Even so, drivers still struggle to find solid charging. That’s why we’re piling on Octopus to ensure the grid is driver‑friendly.”
Matt Davies, Director of Octopus Electroverse added, “Addison Lee’s jump to electric is nothing short of brilliant. Now their thousands of cab drivers can enjoy the simplest charging experience, plus major discounts on key networks.”
Octopus Energy’s Bigger Vision
Octopus is already the UK’s largest EV‑only leasing business and the brains behind the Intelligent Octopus Go tariff, which charges cars when the grid is greenest and cheapest. Last month, they launched Octopus Power Pack – the nation’s first mass‑market vehicle‑to‑grid tariff, giving free home charging.
By joining forces, Addison Lee and Octopus Energy are revving London’s clean‑transport engine to full tilt. The result: smoother rides, cheaper charges, and a greener city for everyone.
