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Aug 11, 2026

CitiPark Adds New EV Chargers at AO Arena Manchester Car Park

CitiPark has expanded its electric vehicle charging network with the installation of several new EV chargers at its AO Arena Manchester car park, making it even easier for drivers to top up while visiting one of the UK's busiest entertainment venues.

Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, the AO Arena car park offers secure, convenient parking not only for concertgoers but also for commuters, shoppers, tourists and business visitors travelling into Manchester city centre. The new chargers allow electric vehicle drivers to recharge while they park, whether attending an event or spending the day in the city.

Located on New Bridge Street, the 970-space car park sits just moments from AO Arena and within easy walking distance of Manchester Victoria station, the National Football Museum, Corn Exchange and Manchester Arndale, making it an ideal base for a wide range of city centre visits.

The chargers are available through CitiCharge, CitiPark's subscription-free EV charging network, with drivers able to use the CitiCharge app to locate chargers, check live availability and access charging information. The installation supports the company's ongoing investment in sustainable parking infrastructure across its UK portfolio.

"We're committed to making EV charging simple, convenient and accessible for our customers. By installing new chargers at our AO Arena Manchester branch, we're giving drivers another opportunity to charge while they park, whether they're attending a concert, commuting into the city or enjoying everything Manchester has to offer. Combined with our 24/7 operation, these new chargers provide even greater flexibility and convenience."

John Gautrey, COO at CitiPark

Since taking over management of the AO Arena car park in 2020, CitiPark has continued to invest in the customer experience, offering products including Season Passes for regular users, an Early Bird tariff for weekday commuters and dedicated event parking for arena visitors. The site also benefits from CCTV, ANPR technology, lifts, disabled parking and a fully staffed events team on busy show nights.

For commuters looking to park and charge throughout the working day, CitiPark's Early Bird tariff offers an affordable option for weekday city centre parking, while visitors attending events at AO Arena can also take advantage of a dedicated £16 flat-rate parking tariff for up to seven hours when entering between 5pm and midnight on eligible event evenings, giving customers more time to enjoy Manchester before and after a show.

The installation forms part of CitiPark's wider strategy to expand accessible EV charging across its locations while continuing to provide high-quality parking facilities in key city centre destinations.