Content by Wilse in December, 2025

wise words, thanks

Just from using EV chargers So, a dedicated properly installed 7kW charger seems to be the best/safest option, if the numerous opinions on here are to go by, and certainly the most convenient, that just leaves the EV tariffs. If, for example, I stuck with my existing tariff at 25p/kWh using a...

Hi all, appreciate your messages. I've just done some basic calculations regarding costs etc and they show that by switching to an EV tariff with the higher peak unit costs would only save me around £8-10 per month compared to my existing tariff, whilst charging 50% once a week. If that's true...

It's definitely something to consider but I guess my initial idea was to use a 7kW charger for 6h during the 7p/kWh time slot which would be cheaper than charging for twice as long at the lower 3kwh speed which would inevitably be at a higher charging rate. The flip side however to the EV tariff...

That's really helpful, thank you. Thanks for your comments. Realistically we might only be doing 300 miles a month, on average, so for us it makes perfect sense to plan for one 6h overnight charge per fortnight just to keep it topped up to 80-90%, using just 7p/kwh. If my calculations are...

Hi all, hope life's treating you well. I've taken the plunge on my first EV and have gone for the MGS5 EV Trophy. I hope it lives up to my first impression as I was blown away with how good it looks, how comfortable it feels and the price for such a great car (heavily discounted). I now have to...