Charging time depends on your car’s battery size and the power of the charge point. Plug-in hybrids typically fully charge within around 3 hours at 3.7kW. Fully electric vehicles can take around 10 hours on a 7.4kW charger, depending on battery size.
Yes. You can use a smart charger such as Zappi to divert excess solar generation into your vehicle during the day, or store solar energy in a battery and charge your EV later in the evening or overnight.
No. Electric vehicles require an AC power supply, so electricity generated by solar panels must pass through an inverter before it can be used to charge a car.
There are two main connector types used by EVs: Type 1 and Type 2. The market is moving towards Type 2 as standard, and adapters are available for compatibility.
A typical 7.4kW EV charge point costs under £1,000 supplied and installed. Government grants may cover up to half the cost, reducing the price to around £400–£500 including VAT. Grants are also available for workplace installations.
Some EV charging solutions allow you to charge others for using your charge point. You can set your own pricing depending on the system installed.
Your existing electrical system will be checked before installation. In some cases, a lower-power charger may be recommended to avoid overloading, but issues are uncommon.
Most EV charger installations take around half a day. More complex installations may take longer if cabling routes are more involved.
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