Plans have been lodged to create a new electric vehicle charging zone at an Ayr supermarket petrol station. 

Motor Fuel Group has applied for permission from South Ayrshire Council to install the devices at Morrisons on Castlehill Road in the town.

As well as the EV chargers, the plans also include a canopy, meter cabinet and other associated works.

Agents Carney Sweeney said: “MFG’s proposal to install new EV charging points at the Morrisons site should be considered positively in light of the national context and the demand for necessary infrastructure to support electric vehicle use across the UK.

“The proposals would contribute positively to the existing EV charging network. The proposals would enhance the existing offer at the site without compromising the efficient operation of the facility.”

“MFG is the UK’s largest independent forecourt operator with over 900 sites offering a dual-fuel strategy, convenient retail and ‘food to go’.

“For the above mentioned reasons, MFG are looking to roll-out an extensive supply of EV charging facilities at existing Morrisons sites across the UK to diversify their existing offer, with the aspiration to make it as easy to charge your vehicle as refuelling with petrol or diesel.”

The application is currently available to view on South Ayrshire Council's planning portal with reference 24/00550/APP.