A government-backed project is set to transform electric vehicle infrastructure across West Yorkshire, with Blink Charging chosen to deliver the first phase of the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) programme.
The £1.4 million pilot will see 716 new public charge points installed across the region, focusing on neighbourhoods without off-street parking. It forms part of a wider effort by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority and five district councils to establish a regional charging network that supports the transition to low-emission transport.
The rollout includes a mix of Standard (3.7kW to under 8kW), Fast (8kW to 49kW), and Rapid (50kW to 149kW) chargers, to be installed in both on-street and car park locations. Blink will work closely with local councils to determine optimal sites and ensure accessibility for residents and businesses.
The Combined Authority has also secured an additional £14.3 million in government capital funding for the next two LEVI phases, with further supplier appointments scheduled for 2026 and 2027.
The initiative supports the region’s ambition to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2038 and strengthen local EV infrastructure for business, logistics, and public use.
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