Category: EVs Explained

The UK government’s OLEV/EVHS grant has recently been updated. From the 1st April 2022, owners of single-use properties are no longer eligible to apply for the home-charge scheme, unless the property is classed as rented accommodation. However, even though single-use property home owners and mortgage owners are no longer eligible to apply, the government has introduced…

As you may have already heard, Ofgem announced that from April 2022 UK household energy bills are set to rise by around 54% – with an increase from 21p to 28p per unit, but what does this mean for EV drivers, and how can you save money on your EV energy bill? You might be…

The market for electric cars is growing rapidly, with EV’s becoming increasingly popular among drivers today. Not only are EV’s better for the environment – with zero emissions, but they are also much cheaper to run. EV statistics estimate that there are around 300,000 pure electric cars registered in the UK today. Are you thinking…

One of the first things you might want to ask when making the switch from a fuel car to an electric car, is how much road tax do I need to pay on my EV? This is an important question, as you don’t want to be taken by surprise later on. Luckily, there are all kinds…

Did you know that by using an electric vehicle you could massively reduce the cost of travel per mile? Yes, you read that right. Depending on your vehicle’s efficiency, the size of its battery, and the way you charge your car, you can make incredible savings by switching to an electric vehicle. Charging an electric…

Always wanted to know exactly how long it’d take to charge an electric car? We explore this here!

1. How, why, and when… Charging an EV at home? As the UK increases electric vehicle adoption and infrastructure, more people than ever before are getting rid of their old petrol and diesel guzzler and switching it out for an EV. With the sale of new ICE (internal combustion engine) vehicles being banned by 2030,…

Find out all about the various options for charging your electric car at home with our complete domestic charging guide. We’ll take you through all the relevant information, including costs, charge speeds and good home charging practice. Summary If you are charging from home, you will ideally be using your own dedicated home charging point.…

At EV Wired, we understand the difficulties in choosing the right EV charger cable for you your electric car’s specific needs. That’s why we’ve written a comprehensive guide to help you on your way. Summary For the most part, an EV charging cable is a must-have for charging your electric vehicle both at home and…

Unsure just what an electric vehicle Type 2 charging cable is and does? We at EV Wired are happy to break it down for you! A Type 2 charging cable is the current standard plug type in the European Union and is used by all new (and most recent) electric car models in the UK…