EV Connectors and Speeds in the UK
Different types of EV charging connectors affect charging speeds for electric cars, and in the UK, these chargers are classified as slow, fast, rapid and ultra-rapid. Slow charging is available across four AC connector types between 3 – 7 kW, which is typical for home, workplace, and on-street charging. Fast chargers, on the other hand, […]
EV Charging for Those Without Off-Street Parking
Charging an Electric Car in the UK: Options for Those Without Off-Street Parking Living in the UK and owning an electric car can be a challenge if you don’t have off-street parking. In order to charge your EV, you need access to a charging point, which is typically installed at home or in a designated […]
What Affects EV charging Speed
Optimise your home charging by creating the best charing conditions One of the most important factors to consider when charging an EV is the charging speed, which can be affected by several factors. These factors include battery capacity, charger power output, temperature, state of charge, and the electric vehicle model. Battery capacity is a crucial […]
Tethered vs Untethered EV Chargers
Pros & Cons of Tethered & Untethered EV Chargers One of the decisions EV owners need to make when installing an EV charger is whether to install a tethered or untethered home charger. Let’s cover the differences between the two types as well as the pros & cons. A tethered home charger has a cable built into […]
EV Charger Installation
HOW DOES EV CHARGER INSTALLATION WORK, COSTS & HOW TO PREPARE Installing an EV charger at home is a great way to ensure that your electric vehicle is always charged and ready to go Home installation is often a more convenient and cost-effective option compared to public charging stations and is a must for any electric car […]
OZEV Grant – Everything you need to know
The Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) is a government department in the UK that aims to reduce carbon emissions by promoting the use of electric vehicles. One of the ways they do this is by offering a grant for the installation of electric vehicle charging points. The OZEV grant, previously known as the Electric […]