Road trips, coffee stops and easy charging this bank holiday and half term

There’s something special about setting off on a road trip over the bank holiday or half-term break. Whether it’s a spontaneous countryside drive, a weekend by the coast, visiting friends and family, or a longer adventure across the country. These journeys are about slowing down, enjoying the moment and making the most of the time away.

For many drivers, the journey itself becomes part of the experience. A stop for coffee, picking up supplies, stretching your legs in the sunshine or taking the dog for a quick walk before getting back on the road. These are the moments that turn a simple drive into a proper getaway.

At InstaVolt, we believe EV charging should fit naturally into those moments.

That’s why our network is built around the places people already want to stop. From supermarkets and retail parks to cafés and key routes on the way to popular holiday destinations, our charging locations are designed to make travelling by EV feel simple and convenient.

Drivers using InstaVolt chargers can easily plug in and charge while grabbing a coffee, enjoying a break, or taking a moment to relax while their vehicle powers up in the background. It’s all part of making EV travel feel effortless, whether you’re heading out for the day or travelling further afield over the school holidays.

With more than 3,000 ultra-rapid chargers across over 900 UK locations, InstaVolt’s growing network helps drivers travel confidently wherever the road takes them. And with simple contactless tap-and-go payment available on every charger, there’s no complicated setup or membership required.

For drivers planning longer trips this half term, the InstaVolt app also offers exclusive off-peak charging rates from just 55p/kWh between 8pm and 7am, helping make road trips even more cost-effective.

EV charging is – with InstaVolt – a seamless part of the road trip experience. giving drivers more freedom to pause, recharge and enjoy the journey along the way.