"While it is possible to charge your car with a standard three-pin plug, the process is extremely slow. Instead, it is best to install a charger a dedicated AC station that operates at much faster speeds and connects to the vehicle via a cable. Many home chargers will charge at a maximum rate of 7.4kW, which means a typical EV will be able to do 25-30 miles for every hour it is plugged in."
"Auto Express puts the average cost of installing a charger at between 800 and 1,200. Government grants of 350 are available if you rent your home or own a flat with private off street parking or a house that has on-street parking. You will need a smart meter so that your energy supplier can check your usage throughout the day to apply the correct rates at different times (see below)."
"All of the main energy suppliers have at least one EV tariff, which typically allow owners to charge their car at specific times of the day for cheaper rates. The energy regulator for Great Britain, Ofgem, says people on the default tariff pay an average of 26p a kilowatt hour but many specialist EV tariffs charge less than 8p/kWh at night. Long-distance drivers should look for the cheapest night rate and the longest charging window."
When charging at home a standard three-pin plug is extremely slow. Installing a dedicated AC home charger provides much faster charging and connects to the vehicle via a cable. Many home chargers charge at up to 7.4kW, delivering about 25–30 miles of range per hour of charging. Installation typically costs between £800 and £1,200. Government grants of £350 are available for renters, flat owners with private off-street parking, or houses with on-street parking. A smart meter is required so suppliers can monitor usage and apply time-of-use rates. Drivers without off-street parking may rely on local on-street charging points and evolving planning rules.
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