Disabled Motoring UK (DMUK) has released its highly anticipated Accessible EV Europe Road Trip report. Providing a critical look into the current state of public electric vehicle infrastructure, the report serves as a vital resource for advocacy groups, policymakers, and the automotive industry alike.
The data was gathered in May 2026 by DMUK member Anjna Patel and the charity's Marketing & Campaigns Manager, Zoe Rush. The duo travelled nearly 3,000 miles from Birmingham, England, to Torrevieja, Spain, in a fully electric vehicle. Along the route, they audited 24 charging stations across England, France, and Spain, documenting firsthand the immense physical and digital challenges that disabled motorists face daily.
Core findings: a troubling reality
Despite rapid expansions in charging networks across the continent, the journey revealed a stark reality: accessibility remains an afterthought, and every single charging station audited presented an access issue of some kind.
Widespread barriers identified in the report include:
Physical obstacles: High curbs and a lack of dropped pavements prevented easy access.
Equipment barriers: Heavily weighted charging cables that were difficult to manoeuvre.
Digital exclusion: Inaccessible payment terminals positioned too high or lacked inclusive design.
Without change, these barriers will continue to restrict disabled drivers from confidently transitioning to electric vehicles or undertaking long-distance travel.
Find the reviews on Euan's Guide
We are delighted that Anjna and Zoe reviewed each station on Euan's Guide! We hope you find their firsthand experiences helpful for any travel plans you might have in Europe.
Read the full report
Read the Accessible EV Europe Road Trip report to explore the findings, data, and recommendations in detail.
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Head over to EuansGuide.com to read DMUK’s reviews and share your own experiences to help fellow motorists plan and travel with confidence.
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