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To be eligible, you need to own a qualifying vehicle and have appropriate off-street parking. You can find the full list of eligible vehicles on the government website here. Last chance single unit properties If you own a detached, semi-detached, terraced or bungalow property, you will no longer be able to claim the grant after...

Average distance travelled Every electric car model has an average distance it can travel before it has to be recharged. For example, a Volkswagen e-Golf has an official range of 144 miles on a full charge, while a Nissan Leaf runs for 168 miles. However, be aware that ‘real world’ ranges may be different to...

The charging speed is determined by the current type (DC/AC), rated power (kw), connector type and mode.   Rated power and current type The voltage and charge current (amps) are used to determine the rated power, with either a direct current (DC) or alternating current (AC). Most homes have a standard domestic single phased (230V)...

Cheaper than traditional cars One of the main reasons for going electric is that the vehicles are generally cheaper to run over the course of your ownership. While the upfront cost to buy the car can be more expensive, when you factor in the charging, maintenance, insurance and tax (there is no tax at all...

2020 EV sales figures The electric car market is growing quickly in the UK, with figures at the end of November 2021 showing over 365,000 pure-electric cars currently out on roads. For plug-in models, there are over 705,000 vehicles currently active, which includes plug-in hybrids (PHEVs). These numbers are likely to quickly increase over the...

Should I buy a tethered or untethered charge point? There are few things to consider when choosing between a tethered and untethered charge point. Firstly, a tethered charger comes with an attached cable, while an untethered unit does not. Opting for a tethered system means you don’t have to carry the EV cable in the...

However, that is not always easy to do as many of the prices advertised do not mention the hidden costs that are often involved. We go into more detail about what these are and the true cost of installing an EV charge point. The hidden costs of EV charge point installation While you probably expect...

How much does it cost to charge an electric car at home? When you are charging an EV at home, the cost will depend on a number of different things: Time of charging (based on the tariff) Vehicle battery size Method used (charging point or 3-pin plug How much energy is needed for the charge...

What is the electric car charger grant? The electric car charger grant is officially known as the Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme (EVHS). If you have a home with off-street parking that can accommodate an electric car charger and an electric vehicle, you can apply to receive up to £350 off the cost of installing a...

… but what do you get with a new electric car charger? Below we look at the two brands we install for our customers around and their benefits. Podpoint smart chargers Podpoint offer one of the best home EV chargers and provide ‘smart’ systems that communicate via Wi-Fi. Similar to smart meters installed in the...

What are type 1 chargers? Type 1 EV chargers are known as the ‘slower’ charging cables and feature a 5-pin design. They feature a distinct latch that helps to keep the plug in the charging socket so it is more difficult to dislodge. However, they do not have the locking mechanism that is standard on...

Cupra Born The Born went into production in September 2021 so it won’t be long until it is on the road. The funky design gives it a different edge compared to its VW sibling, offering up to 231hp from the electric motor and on a full charge it can run for up to 355 miles....

Environmentally friendly The main reason why car charger installation service and our AAC Car Chargers for details of our design and installation service and how we help you apply for Governments grants to lower the cost.

Electric car charging for home Lower costs Installing a residential charging station gives you unlimited energy from the same source that heats your home. You will likely see a small increase in your overall electrical bill, but it will still be cheaper than traveling to public charging points. The installation process will require a professional...