EV Charging points Doncaster
Electric vehicles (EVs) have become a popular choice for many people due to their environmental benefits and cost savings. If you own an electric vehicle, it makes sense to have an EV charging point installed at home, as it offers the cheapest and most convenient way to charge your vehicle – just like plugging in your phone.
Using a regular UK three-pin socket to charge your EV is not recommended. It may require running cables from your house to the vehicle's location, and these cables lack the safety features of a dedicated EV charge point. Extension cables should also be avoided due to safety concerns.
Charging your vehicle with a standard domestic socket is time-consuming, taking around 17 hours to get 150 urban driving miles. In contrast, a 7kw EV charger, which is three times more powerful, takes just 6 hours to charge your vehicle for the same distance. If your home has 3-phase electricity, you can have an even more potent EV charging point, which would reduce charging time further.
Using an EV charging point at home is not only convenient but also cost-effective. Most people charge their vehicles at home, especially at night for convenience, and this aligns well with energy providers' cheap night-time tariffs, resulting in lower electricity costs. Charging at home could cost you as little as 1.5p per mile, compared to the approximately 14p per mile cost of petrol or diesel, saving you around 90% on fuel costs.
To maximize your savings, consider investing in a solar PV and battery storage system. With this setup, you can generate your electricity from the sun and charge your EV for free, further reducing your energy expenses and increasing your energy independence.
In summary, installing an EV charging point at home is the most economical and practical way to charge your electric vehicle, offering significant cost savings, environmental benefits, and the convenience of charging at home. Additionally, pairing it with solar PV and battery storage can lead to even greater savings and energy self-sufficiency.
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Benefits of an EV charger at your home / business.
The benefits of EV chargers at home presented as bullet points:
- Cheapest and most convenient way to charge your electric vehicle.
- Eliminates the need to rely on public charging stations.
- Faster charging times compared to using a standard domestic socket.
- Enhanced safety features compared to using regular three-pin sockets or extension cables.
- Allows for charging during off-peak hours, taking advantage of cheaper electricity tariffs.
- Substantial cost savings compared to traditional petrol or diesel fuel.
- Increases energy independence and reduces dependence on fossil fuels.
- Convenient and always accessible, ensuring your EV is ready to go whenever you need it.
- Potential to integrate with solar PV and battery storage for free and sustainable charging.
- Adds value to your home and may attract potential buyers if you decide to sell.
