Home charging is where the win is

Public chargers are handy. They’re rarely the cheapest way to live with an EV. Overnight or off-peak charging on your driveway is where the economics and the calm begin.

Charge on a flat daytime rate and you leave money behind. Charge on weak green credentials and you also weaken the climate case for going electric.

A proper charge point helps

Good Energy installs home EV charge points as part of their wider renewable home offer. One conversation can cover the charger, your supply tariff, and even solar if you want daytime miles from your own roof.

Whether it fits depends on parking, your consumer unit, and the charger features you care about. That’s survey territory — not a guess from a blog.

Then put the car on an EV tariff

Their EV Tariff is built for EV owners: fixed term, 100% renewable-matched electricity, smart meter only, with cheaper off-peak windows.

  • Schedule charging for off-peak hours
  • Wake up to a cheaper, renewable-matched charge
  • Keep bill structure predictable during the fixed term

Exact hours and pence rates change by tariff version and region — always check the current label.

Charge at home on renewable off-peak rates

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Solar makes it even better

Daytime roof power into the car, overnight top-ups on off-peak EV rates: that’s the stack I’d aim for long term if the roof allows it.

Switch with the referral link

Joining for the EV Tariff still counts as a supply switch. Use my personalised link so eligible new customers can unlock the shared £50 credit when Good Energy’s conditions are met. No code — the link carries it.

My take

Electric driving gets a lot more satisfying when the driveway is sorted: charger, renewable supply, off-peak rates. That’s the Good Energy version I’d recommend to anyone parking an EV at home.

Referral note: The £50 credit is for eligible new Good Energy customers who switch via the personalised link. Credit is applied after supply takeover and first direct debit, as account credit only, at Good Energy’s discretion.

FAQs

Is the EV Tariff only for EV owners?

Yes — it’s designed for EV owners and you’ll need to meet Good Energy’s checks for that product.

Do I need a smart meter?

Yes. Off-peak windows need a smart meter to bill correctly.

What if I mostly use public charging?

You can, but you’ll usually pay more. This setup shines when most miles are charged at home.