Electric Vehicles Today - Tritium and CEF Unite to Boost UK Charging Infrastructure

Tritium, a leader in DC fast charging technology, has partnered with City Electrical Factors (CEF), the UK's foremost electrical distributor, to accelerate the deployment of EV infrastructure across the United Kingdom. This strategic partnership designates CEF as the exclusive distributor of Tritium’s DC fast charging solutions, leveraging CEF’s extensive network of over 390 branches to make these advanced charging technologies more accessible. By utilizing CEF’s well-established logistics and distribution capabilities, the collaboration aims to streamline access to charging stations and components, thereby supporting the UK's transition to electric transportation. This development is expected to foster the rapid expansion of EV infrastructure, which is crucial for increasing electric vehicle adoption throughout the UK and Europe.

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• "Tritium Announces CEF UK as First Official Hardware Distributor in the United Kingdom" from Tritium Power Solutions Inc on GlobeNewswire (published 17 October 2025)

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