Electricity Tariffs, Bills and EV Home Charging

Understanding your electricity tariff is just as important as understanding your EV.The way your power company charges for each kWh can dramatically change what you actually pay to charge at home. This FAQ focuses on electricity tariffs, bills and country differences, answering the most common questions EV owners have when they start looking closely at … Read more

Electricity Tariffs Explained: Flat, Tiered, Time-of-Use and Dynamic Pricing for EV Owners

When you buy an electric vehicle (EV), your electricity tariff suddenly becomes much more important than it used to be.The way your power company charges for each kWh can make the difference between very cheap and just okay running costs. The challenge: tariffs are often confusing, and they vary widely between countries and even between … Read more

EV Charging Costs for New EV Owners

If you’ve just bought an electric vehicle (EV) or you’re thinking about it, you probably have a lot of questions about charging costs: This FAQ collects the most common questions new EV owners ask about charging costs and answers them in simple, practical language. 1. Is it really cheaper to “fuel” an EV than a … Read more

How to Read Your Electricity Bill and Find the Price per kWh

Almost every calculation about EV charging costs starts with a simple question: “What is my electricity price per kWh?” But when you look at your electricity bill, you often see a confusing mix of line items: energy charges, delivery charges, fixed fees, taxes, environmental surcharges and more. It’s not always obvious which number to use … Read more

Night Tariffs vs Flat Rates: Which Is Better for EV Owners?

If you charge an electric vehicle (EV) at home, your electricity tariff can make a huge difference to how much you actually pay each month.Many utilities now offer night tariffs (also called time-of-use or off-peak tariffs) that are cheaper during certain hours, while traditional flat-rate tariffs charge the same price for every kWh, 24/7. So … Read more