EV Charging Apps
Understanding EV Charging Electric vehicles have changed how we think about transportation. Charging these vehicles is an essential part of the experience. There are different ways to charge an electric vehicle, depending on where you are and what you need. Types of Charging: Joining a charging network can provide easy access to a range of […]
Bi-Directional Charging: How It Works and Its Benefits
Bi-directional charging is an innovative technology that rapidly gains recognition in the UK and worldwide. It allows electric vehicles (EVs) to both receive and return power from the charging infrastructure, enabling various use cases such as vehicle-to-grid (V2G), vehicle-to-home (V2H), and vehicle-to-load (V2L). As the UK aims to be at the forefront of EV adoption, […]
How Long Can you Leave an EV without Charging?
How long can an EV sit without charging and how quickly will it lose charger? One of the most common questions for EV owners is how long can an electric car sit without being charged and how quickly they lose charge. The answer to this question depends on several factors, including the make and model […]
Solar Charging
Charging Electric Cars With Solar Panels One of the most cost-effective approaches to powering your electric car is to install a solar panel system in your home to enable solar EV charging. Though it may seem like a great deal of money, when you account for not having to burn through your paycheck to buy […]
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 […]