Electric Vehicle Charging Points, (EVCPs) are installed all around the UK. With EV’s becoming more popular by the day, and with the governments ban getting closer, people are taking more of an interest in EV’s.
Have you bought an EV, or thinking of buying one?
Well, it’s fundamental to know where you can find EV charging points.
Also, it’s important to know what type of EV you have. This is because there are different types of charging points.
In the UK, there are plenty of places where you can charge your EV. There are charging points on the motorway service stations (M1, M6 and M25), and in many public places, like; shopping centres and car parks.
So don’t worry if you are running low on you EV battery, as there are plenty of charging points across the UK.
What is the cost of charging an EV?
The cost of charging an EV in the UK varies. It all depends on the type of charger you use and where you charge your vehicle. Also it depends on the type of EV you have and the network you use.
The motorway chargers cost on average around £6 per hour to charge an Electric Vehicle. However, this all depends on which network is used.
Home charging is cheaper than using public charging points. Normally with most domestic charging costs between 3pence and 10pence per kWh.
Moreover, many employers offer free charging for employees. If you not sure if your employer offers this service, be sure to ask them.
Another thing to keep in mind is that the slow chargers cost less but take longer to charge an EV.
The Different Types of Chargers
There are 3 main Electric Vehicle charging points. The types of chargers are; the slow, fast and rapid chargers. The most common charger is the rapid charger.
The Slow chargers provide around 3kW of power and take up to six to eight hours to fully charge an EV.
However there are 3 types of slow chargers. There is the; single-phase (3kW or 6kW), the three-phase (up to 22kW, depending on the make and model) and the CHAdeMO (500V DC, up to 50kW).
The fast chargers can offer up to 22kW of power and are able to charge an EV from 0-80% in as little as 30 minutes.
The Rapid chargers are even faster, and only take just 10-15 minutes to give a full charge.
There is approximately, 1,600 rapid chargers around the UK, and you can find them on the Zap-Map website.
How do you use the Charging Points?
Charging an EV is super easy. Especially, thanks to many of the charging points located across the UK.
As long as you have a compatible charging cable, you are completely sorted.
All you need to do is simply plug one end of the cable into your car and the other into the charging point. It is that easy!
There is an indicator light on the charging point, which will tell you when your car is fully charged.
If your worried about the payment process, it is also very straightforward. You can pay by your contactless card of your phone, just like when your shopping.
EV & Hybrid Training
We offer a variety of courses, that can give you the knowledge and information you need about EV’s and Hybrid’s.
Hybrid Training Course, Level 1 – Raise Awareness
Hybrid/ EV Training Course, Level 2 – Light Vehicles
Buses – Hybrid Training Course, Level 2
Hybrid Training Course, Level 2 – HGV’s
Hybrid Training Course Level 3 – Cars
The Level 1 Hybrid and Electric Training Course, is to raise awareness of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles.
This course is aimed at anyone that may come into contact with Hybrid and Electric Vehicles.
Level 2 Hybrid and Electric Light Vehicle Training Course, Level 2 HGV Training Course and Level 2 Buses Training Course. The Level 2 course is aimed at mechanics and car valeters.
The Level 3 Hybrid and Electric Training Course, is aimed at technicians and mechanics.
