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Take a road trip and recharge this year

Hitting the road with your electric vehicle has never been easier with Shell’s growing network of rapid, convenient charging stations

As the days become longer again and the sun gets warmer, now is a perfect time to start thinking about a trip that will renew your zest for life. For some, this means escaping life’s mod cons and embracing the wilderness. For others, recharging the mind, body, and soul means invigorating adventures.

The good news, on a road trip you hold the key to where you go and what you do, so it could be just what you need to recharge your batteries and refresh your mind.

With a growing network of convenient charging locations across the country (from Shell),* it’s never been easier to make the most out of charging your car by grabbing something to eat or exploring your surroundings at the same time.

Read on to find out why a road trip can leave you and your EV feeling recharged.

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How can a road trip help you?

There’s no better feeling than jumping in an EV with the open road ahead of you, to leave the stress and worries of your life behind. Your destination, and where you stop along the way, are completely up to you.

Take the opportunity on your journey to catch up with your trip companions, and the places you end up in will no doubt leave you feeling re-energised.

For a hassle-free trip, taking your EV along for the ride is easy, with Shell Recharge’s fast, convenient charging network.* With one of the largest charging networks in Europe, you’ll never be too far from a charging point on your road trip.

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To make sure your journey goes without a hitch, do your planning before you go, and with the Shell Recharge app by your side, you’ll have confidence that you can easily navigate your way to the nearest charging station, check availability, and filter by the type of charging point.

With your charging experience taken care of, there’s more time to explore and make memories that will leave you feeling relaxed and ready to face your daily life again.

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Why is it essential to recharge?

Unplugging from the daily grind can have a positive effect on your mental and physical well-being, so take this as your sign to look for a trip that will enhance your life and leave you looking forward to the summer ahead.

Doing so can help rescue stress and anxiety, so we weren’t surprised when a recent Tripadvisor research study** found that 56% of respondents stated their main reason for taking their next trip was to relax and recharge, and 49% wanted to escape their daily life.

Getting away helps you reconnect with loved ones, gives you a greater sense of purpose, and lets you step back, take a deep breath, and be present in the moment without the distractions of normal life.

By recharging your batteries, you’ll be able to return to your life feeling refreshed.

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Road trip inspiration to help you decide which direction to head in

Ready to go but need some inspiration on road trips to take with your EV?

When deciding where to go, consider what will leave you feeling lighter. Choose an end destination and see what you discover along the way. Or, choose a new experience that you’d like to give a go and let that lead your way.

With Shell Recharge by your side on the journey, you’ll have more time to spend exploring and recharging yourself.

A road trip could be just what you need this year. And, with Shell Recharge you can be confident that taking your EV out on the road to discover somewhere new will be effortless. Experience Shell Recharge– voted Best universal charging network” at the 2022 DrivingElectric Awards.

*Charger speeds may vary. See Shell.co.uk/recharge for more information
**Based on recent Tripadvisor internal reporting and data, February 2023
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