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The boss of Britain's biggest motorway services provider has revealed that long waits for plug-in points are making motorists "very angry and stressed", leading to an increase in "charge rage" rows between electric vehicle (EV) drivers.

To combat the problem, Moto has introduced marshals at three of its busiest service stations - Exeter, Rugby and Wetherby - to help manage queues and resolve any disputes.

The move comes as the number of EVs on UK roads continues to grow rapidly, with sales up by more than 100% in the first half of 2023. However, the rollout of charging infrastructure has not kept pace with demand, leading to long queues at motorway service stations, particularly during peak times.

Moto CEO Ken McMeikan said that the company was "committed to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all of our customers, and that includes those driving electric vehicles".

"We know that long waits for charging points can be frustrating, and we are working hard to improve the situation," he said. "In the meantime, we have introduced marshals at some of our busiest service stations to help manage queues and resolve any disputes.

"We would also urge EV drivers to plan their journeys ahead of time and to avoid charging at peak times."

The introduction of marshals to police "charge rage" rows is the latest sign of the growing challenges facing the UK's electric vehicle infrastructure.

A recent survey by the RAC found that nearly half of EV drivers had experienced "range anxiety" - the fear of running out of power before reaching their destination.

The survey also found that one in five EV drivers had been forced to queue for more than an hour to charge their vehicle.

The government has acknowledged the need to improve the UK's electric vehicle infrastructure and has pledged to invest £1.5 billion in charging points over the next four years.

However, some experts have warned that this will not be enough to meet the growing demand, and that further investment is needed.

In the meantime, EV drivers are likely to continue to experience long waits for charging points, particularly at motorway service stations. The introduction of marshals to police "charge rage" rows is a welcome step, but it is only a temporary solution. The government needs to take urgent action to improve the UK's electric vehicle infrastructure if it wants to encourage more people to switch to EVs.

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