Safe & Easy Charging with an EV Home Charger

• Electric cars costs as little as 2p per mile so you can save up to £1,000 a year in fuel savings.
• Get up to £3,000 off the cost of your new electric car with the Plug-in Car Grant.
• Get up to £350 off the cost of a home charging point installation with the OLEV Grant

This is a government grant for electric cars provided by the Office for Low Emission Vehicles (OLEV).

• The OLEV Grant also known as Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme (EVHS) provides £350 off the cost of purchasing & installing a home charging point.
• Available for most electric cars and plug-in hybrid cars.
• You can claim one charging per eligible vehicle and up to two charging points per household.

To qualify for the OLEV Grant, you need to have purchased an eligible electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle from 1st April 2015 onwards.

• You must have off-street parking.
• You must use an OLEV-approved home charging point installer.

In short, nothing.

As the CO2 emissions produced by electric cars and plug-in hybrids are zero or under 100g/km, these cars are currently being categorised in Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) band A and therefore are zero-rates for standard car tax.

However the electric car tax is changing from April 2017, a new set of VED bands will be introduced (there are currently 13) which will mean any vehicle with an engine will need to pay tax. Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) will remain in VED Band A, which stays at zero-rated standard tax for both the first year and all subsequent years.

With a Zappi EV home charger (which we can install), your electricity is fed directly from your solar panels (if you have panels installed).

Meaning, you don’t have to rely on the grid to fuel your electric car with electricity.

Solar panels = free fuel for your electric car.

Time to charge an electric car can take as little as 30 minutes or up to 12 hours. The time it takes to charge depends on the size of the battery and the speed of the charging point.

• A typical electric car (Nissan LEAF 30kWh) takes 4 hours to charge from empty with a 7kW home charging point.
• 3.7kW home charger provides about 15 miles per hour of charge.
• 7kW home charger provides about 30 miles per hour of charge.
• A rapid charger at motorway service stations can charge your car to full in about 30 minutes and is ideal for long distance journeys.
• Charging rates can differ based on the ambient temperature, the state of the battery (e.g. empty or half full) and the maximum charging rate of the vehicle.

Have it installed by a licensed professional, ensure it meets local safety standards, and regularly check for any signs of wear or malfunction.

It's recommended to have a licensed electrician install your car charging station for home to ensure it meets safety standards and local regulations. 

An electrician can assess your current electrical system and determine if any upgrades are necessary to support a new car charging station.

The installation typically takes a few hours, depending on the complexity of the setup and the existing electrical infrastructure in your home.

Costs vary based on the type of charger, installation complexity, and electrical upgrades needed. It’s best to get a quote from a professional installer.

Yes, many car charging stations are designed for outdoor use and can be installed in driveways or other outdoor locations, provided they are weatherproof.

It provides a dedicated and faster charging solution, ensuring your vehicle is fully charged and ready for use whenever you need it.

Consider factors like charging speed, compatibility with your vehicle, and any additional features you may need, such as smart technology.

Our home car charging stations include a manufacturer’s warranty covering defects and performance issues for a certain period.

Benefits include convenience, faster charging times compared to standard outlets, and the ability to charge your EV overnight, ensuring it's ready for use each day.