Electric Vehicle (EV) owners are facing a growing issue: unexpected parking fines while charging their cars. This problem arises from the ambiguity surrounding the rules and regulations governing EV charging points on private land. The story of Kevin Laban, who received a £70 parking charge notice for using a charger in a supermarket car park outside opening hours, highlights the confusion. Laban's experience is not an isolated incident. Other drivers, such as Clive Sanders and Anthony Stone, have also encountered similar issues, often due to unclear signage and the lack of synchronization between EV charging apps and parking restrictions. The motoring group RAC confirms that PCNs for charging are becoming a significant concern for EV drivers, emphasizing the need for clearer signage and warnings from charge point operators. The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government acknowledges the issue and plans to introduce a new code to improve standards for private parking. However, the underlying issue remains: the rules governing EV charging on private land have not kept pace with the increasing popularity of electric vehicles, leading to confusion and financial surprises for drivers.
