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Ohme cable doesn't have the protections. If you can't add an earth rod you can buy a unit that adds the pen protection and rcd etc. A few types are available e.g. Garo G6EV40PME EV Charger Consumer Unit I have used a device like that to power my 32a commando. Even adding that cost to the cable...

some are rated for outdoor use. I have GivEnergy system. They are, but mine is installed in the garage

Good to know, bring on the snow. Obviously mean learn how to control a car in adverse conditions before you encounter an emergency situation is important. ;-) So important its part of the driving test in Sweden Sweden Part 2 test - Risk Training It assume it will be all or nothing though...

We dont need that much more new tech. What we have today can meet demand if allowed to. Wind, Solar, Tidal are here now. Mini nuclear next few years. Fusion would be nice and billions are being spent to try and get that to work . New solutions will be cheeper and more effiecient, but even...

I believe gas prices are linked to oil prices. I also believe International trade in oil is undertaken in US$ So other currencies don't impact the costs even if both supplier and comsumer are in Europe. Supply and demand will impact cost regardless of where they are globally. Exchange rates...

some can, most can't. One day on my own I wanted some fun in the snow so experiemented ;-) They are generally parking brake, not emergency brakes, and they are not always on the center console. My old Renault Espace was drivers door side and you could play with that one ;-) Current car in in...

learn in both, Thats what I did for my son. Ok 2 ICE cars but very different experience You may think insurance will be an issue for 2 cars but its not. I used a scheme where you buy a number of days over a number of months e.g. 20 days over 3 months. You then invoke a day when you need it...

My son passed his test in an ICE car, but with quite a few smart features. He had to learn to drive in my car as lessons were impossible during lockdown. You can leave those aids on provided they do not control the car. i.e. Speed limiter is ok, cruise control isnt. 360 cameras to help parking...

Unlike energy companies you can still shop around for mobile. When you find a good deal tell EE and they will give you an offer. If they dont, leave Sim only as if you are rolling over your contract you are happy with your phone. https://www.hotukdeals.com/tag/sim-only

I have watched that and it did make me think. My wife will be using out EV most of the time. She works shifts so may well end up charging at hours I think exist only once a day but apparently they occur twice. Probably wont be a problem of queues though at those times ;-) Everyone should...

I have an EV on order so am trolling around youtube for reviews and information. Yesterday I came across this series maddie-goes-electric I found that really useful and it has certainly helped our household ( those less geeky or interested than me ) get prepared for the pending delivery. Its...

Summary: Very happy. Very worth while I have had 4kw PV for about 8 years, with solar diverter for hot water I added 8.2kWh GivEnergy storage a year ago. Originally on Octopus Agile, now on Octopus Go Faster 5. I have been really happy witht he solution. Even in December / January my average...