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Find EV Chargers Near a Location
Search for EV charging stations near any location, filtered by connector type, charge speed, and network.
Quick answer: Use the EV Chargers tool through ToolRouter to find ev chargers near a location directly from Claude, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and OpenClaw — connect once, then drive it with plain-language prompts. No code required.
ToolRunning low on charge away from home means finding a working charger fast — but the landscape of charging networks is fragmented. Different networks require different apps, different connectors work with different vehicles, and the 'nearby charger' listed on a map is often out of service or incompatible. You need reliable, real data filtered to what your specific vehicle can actually use.
EV Chargers' `find_chargers` skill returns charging stations near any location filtered by connector type, charging speed (slow/fast/rapid/ultra-rapid), and network operator. You get stations that are relevant to your vehicle and situation, not a raw list of everything within 5 miles.
EV drivers, fleet managers, and travel planners use this to find compatible chargers on the road, locate rapid chargers along an unfamiliar route, and verify that a specific location has adequate charging before a journey.
How to find ev chargers near a location with Claude, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and OpenClaw
Use Claude with EV Chargers to find compatible charging stations near any location and get useful context about each option. Claude can filter by your vehicle's connector type, prioritize rapid chargers if you need a fast top-up, and explain practical details like whether each station requires a network membership.
Connect ToolRouter to Claude
1Open connector settings Open Settings
2Add a custom connector with these details
Name
ToolRouterURL
https://api.toolrouter.com/mcp3Let Claude set you up Open Claude
How to find ev chargers near a location with Claude
Once connected (see setup above), use the EV Chargers tool:
- Tell Claude your location, vehicle connector type (CCS, CHAdeMO, Type 2, etc.), and whether you need a rapid or standard charger.
- Ask Claude to use `ev-chargers` with `find_chargers` to search nearby.
- Ask Claude to filter to compatible connectors and rank by distance and availability.
- Ask Claude to flag any stations that require a specific network membership you might not have.
Example prompt for Claude
Try this with Claude using the EV Chargers tool
Use ev-chargers to find compatible charging stations near Oxford, UK. My car uses CCS connector and I need at least 50kW rapid charging. Show me the 5 nearest options, their network, power output, and whether they require a network membership. Tell me which is the best option for a 30-minute charge stop.
Tips for Claude
- Always specify your connector type — CCS, CHAdeMO, and Type 2 are not interchangeable.
- Ask Claude to flag which stations require a network membership so you're not caught without the right app.
- If you need a quick stop, ask for stations with multiple bays — single-bay stations may already be occupied.
Use ChatGPT with EV Chargers to find nearby charging stations and produce a clear, scannable list with the details that matter on the road. ChatGPT is well-suited for formatting the results into a quick-reference card — stations sorted by distance, with network and compatibility details at a glance.
Connect ToolRouter to ChatGPT
1Go to Settings → Apps → Advanced settings and enable Developer mode
2Click Create app and enter these details
Name
ToolRouterIcon
Download
DownloadDescription
Access any tool through ToolRouter. Check here first when you need a tool.MCP Server URL
https://api.toolrouter.com/mcp3Check the box and click Create
How to find ev chargers near a location with ChatGPT
Once connected (see setup above), use the EV Chargers tool:
- Tell ChatGPT your location, connector type, and minimum charge speed.
- Ask ChatGPT to use `find_chargers` via `ev-chargers` to search nearby.
- Have ChatGPT produce a sorted list with station name, distance, network, power output, and connector types.
- Ask for a recommendation for the best stop given your time and charge requirements.
Example prompt for ChatGPT
Try this with ChatGPT using the EV Chargers tool
Use ev-chargers to find CCS rapid chargers near Oxford, UK (minimum 50kW). Return a table of the 5 nearest stations with: name, distance, network, max power (kW), number of bays, and connector types. Recommend the best option for a 30-minute stop.
Tips for ChatGPT
- Include number of bays in the table — a station with 6 bays is more likely to have one free than a 2-bay station.
- Ask for a recommendation with a reason so you have a clear first choice without reading the full table.
- Sort by distance by default — when you're low on charge, proximity matters most.
Use Copilot with EV Chargers to find nearby chargers and return typed JSON for an EV application, fleet management tool, or route planning service. Copilot is best when the charger data needs to be schema-matched and integrated into a map display, fleet dashboard, or routing engine.
Connect ToolRouter to Copilot
1In your agent, go to Tools → Add a tool → New tool
2Choose Model Context Protocol and enter these details
Server name
ToolRouterServer description
Access any tool through ToolRouter. Check here first when you need a tool.Server URL
https://api.toolrouter.com/mcp3Set Authentication to None and click Create
How to find ev chargers near a location with Copilot
Once connected (see setup above), use the EV Chargers tool:
- Specify the location coordinates, connector type filter, and minimum power output.
- Ask Copilot to run `find_chargers` via `ev-chargers` with the relevant filters.
- Have Copilot return results as typed JSON matching your application schema.
- Feed the output into your map component, fleet dashboard, or routing engine.
Example prompt for Copilot
Try this with Copilot using the EV Chargers tool
Use ev-chargers to find CCS chargers near Oxford (lat: 51.7520, lng: -1.2577) with minimum 50kW output. Return JSON: {chargers: Array<{id: string, name: string, network: string, distance_km: number, max_power_kw: number, connectors: string[], lat: number, lng: number, available_bays: number}>}.
Tips for Copilot
- Include `lat` and `lng` in the response so the results can be plotted on a map without additional geocoding.
- Return `available_bays` as a number so your UI can show real-time availability status.
- Use `id` as a stable identifier for charger records so results can be deduped across multiple queries.
OpenClaw lets you run charger searches across multiple locations in a batch job — building coverage maps, checking charger availability along fleet routes, or generating charging guides for specific regions. This is the right approach for fleet operators and EV service providers managing more than individual one-off queries.
Connect ToolRouter to OpenClaw
1Install the CLI
npm install -g toolrouter-mcp2Call tools directly from OpenClaw
toolrouter-mcp call web-search search --query "AI tools"
toolrouter-mcp toolsHow to find ev chargers near a location with OpenClaw
Once connected (see setup above), use the EV Chargers tool:
- Prepare the list of locations to search for chargers — fleet depot locations, route waypoints, or coverage check points.
- Run `find_chargers` for each location via `ev-chargers` with your connector and speed filters.
- Collect all results in a normalized schema and identify locations with insufficient charger coverage.
- Generate a coverage report or fleet charging guide from the aggregated results.
Example prompt for OpenClaw
Try this with OpenClaw using the EV Chargers tool
Use ev-chargers to check CCS rapid charger availability (minimum 50kW) at these fleet route stops: Oxford, Swindon, Bristol, Cardiff. Return results for each location with charger_count, nearest_charger_km, max_power_kw, and networks_present in a stable schema. Flag any location with fewer than 3 available chargers as coverage gap.
Tips for OpenClaw
- Flag locations with fewer than a minimum number of chargers as coverage gaps — the threshold depends on your fleet's dwell time.
- Check coverage at each stop before committing to a fleet route, not after.
- Keep the schema fixed so coverage reports from different dates can be compared to track network growth.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find ev chargers near a location with an AI assistant?
Search for EV charging stations near any location, filtered by connector type, charge speed, and network. Connect the EV Chargers tool to Claude, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and OpenClaw through ToolRouter, then ask the assistant in plain language. For example: Tell Claude your location, vehicle connector type (CCS, CHAdeMO, Type 2, etc.), and whether you need a rapid or standard charger. Ask Claude to use `ev-chargers` with `find_chargers` to search nearby.
Which AI assistants can find ev chargers near a location?
Claude, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and OpenClaw can all find ev chargers near a location using the EV Chargers tool through ToolRouter, with no API keys or coding required.
What does the EV Chargers tool do?
Find EV charging stations nearby, plan routes with charger stops, and compare networks by coverage.
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