4 FAQs about Home charging points for electric cars uk

Do you need a charging point for a new electric car?

If you get a new electric car, the dealer may well throw in a home charging point for free. In this case, an installation company will come round and install it in your home at no cost. If a charging point is not bundled with your new EV, then you can choose your own model and installer. We help you through this process below.

What is a home charging point?

Charging points are also known as charging stations, car chargers, chargepoints, EV chargers, wall boxes, superchargers – the list goes on and on! If you get a new electric car, the dealer may well throw in a home charging point for free. In this case, an installation company will come round and install it in your home at no cost.

Where can I charge my electric car for free?

There are various places you can do this, including: Charging points are also known as charging stations, car chargers, chargepoints, EV chargers, wall boxes, superchargers – the list goes on and on! If you get a new electric car, the dealer may well throw in a home charging point for free.

What is an EV charging point?

An EV charging point is at one level just a glorified electric socket. One of the differences, though, is that a car charging point can draw more electricity to charge the car more quickly. They are also safer charging on a 3-pin socket, and come with a securing mechanism to stop the plug from coming loose accidentally.

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