Our easy how-to guide on getting your electric car charging app set up and ready to use. 

Setting up your charger and web app

A home EV charger allows you to charge faster, cheaper and greener. It is also the safest way to charge your EV at home. Here we take you through our pre-installation checks to ensure you're always charging safely.

Home EV charger installation FAQs

We're keeping that range anxiety at bay. Here are some fun UK days out that are in the range of your EV on a single charge - there and back again.

Bank holiday road trips in your electric car 

What is the sign-up process for the Egg EV Charger Plan? We can break it down into just 5 steps and explain it all.

Egg’s step-by-step guide on how to get set with home EV charging

Once you're signed up to our Egg EV Charger Plan, you'll just need to complete a few pre-install checks. Read our quick how-to guide here, and avoid any nasty surprises on the day

How to complete your pre-install checks 

People who travel far for Christmas can be put off electric cars due to range anxiety. But this is how far an EV can travel on a single charge, to keep that range anxiety at bay...

Driving home for Christmas: the range of an EV on a single charge

Once you're signed up for our Egg EV Charger Plan, you can select our fuss-free EV charger survey instead of completing your pre-install checks yourself. Read how to prepare for our trusted surveyors.

How to prepare for your fuss-free EV charger survey

Tethered or untethered? We’re breaking down the difference between tethered and untethered charging cables to help you in your decision.

Should I have a tethered charger or an untethered EV charger?

We're running through 10 more tips to help you make your fuel more efficient, to cut down carbon emissions and costs.

10 more tips to make your fuel more efficient

We’ve pulled together some petrol-saving tips for making your fuel more efficient.

10 tips for saving fuel to cut down carbon emissions and costs

You're required to have an isolator switch on your electrical system to ensure your EV charger install goes smoothly

Isolator Switch Electrical System Upgrades

We’re celebrating the third-ever World EV Day by busting 7 of the biggest myths out there to help you decide that you’re ready for your next car to be electric.

Busting the biggest EV myths on World EV Day

The number of EV charging points in the UK grows every month - and some are in the most scenic locations. From Devon to Glasgow, there are many public charging points to choose from. 

The most scenic UK EV charging locations for the Bank Holiday

You may have some question marks over the costs of installing and running a home charger. Lucky for you, we know a thing or two about home charging. Our handy guide will take you through what’s involved. 


Installing your electric vehicle charger at home

Whether you’re switching or you’ve just invested in an electric vehicle, you’re bound to have a few burning questions including what kind of charger you will need to charge your car. Here's everything you need to know. 

Do all electric vehicle chargers fit all cars?

Transitioning from fuel to electric might sound intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. If it’s your first time, here's a few things you need to know before switching. 


What you need to know before switching to electric

Want to be the talk of the town with your eco-friendly ride? We’re here to tell you everything you need to know about leasing your EV. 

Can I lease an electric vehicle? 

EVs are becoming more accessible and more public charging points are popping up every day.  So let’s dive deeper into the environmental impact of switching to an EV.

What environmental impact could it have if everyone switched to an EV?

If you’re thinking about owning an EV, or you already own one, you might be wondering if your car needs a particular compatible charger. Let’s find out.

Does my Tesla car need a Tesla charger? 

Hybrid and plug-in hybrid - you’ve probably heard these terms before. But what exactly do they mean? We’re here to take you through your options and break down the technical jargon. 

Hybrid vs plug-in hybrid: what's the difference?

Are you considering making the leap to an EV? Our guide will help you get your head around everything you need to know about the cost of running an EV. 

The cost of running an electric car

How to charge an EV at home is one of the questions we get asked most regularly. So, we've broken down how it works, how much it costs, the installation process and the main differences between charging at home and on the road. 

Everything you need to know about charging your EV at home 

Head feeling scrambled? We know the world of EVs and renewables can be pretty overwhelming, and that’s really not very on-brand for us here at Egg. So we’ve compiled a jargon buster for you, explaining all the terms that you may find useful to know in your transition to clean energy.

Electric vehicle jargon buster 

Here’s a quick breakdown of the schemes currently available. But hurry, some are coming to an end soon. Don’t miss out.

What government grants are available for electric vehicles? 

Got questions about charging your EV on the street or on the go? Don’t worry, we’ll be answering all your burning questions so you’re not left in the dark.


Your guide to on-street EV charging 

Want to know your BEV from your PHEV? Our quick guide to electric vehicles and charging is here to help you wrap your head around the world of sustainable transport

Your guide to EV charging 

We’ll admit back in the early Egg days, making the switch to an electric vehicle wasn’t such a smooth process.  Now there are plenty of super reasons to make your next car an EV, here’s just 10 of them

10 reasons to switch to an EV today

Our quick 6 point checklist covers everything you need to think about when getting quotes for your charging point and its installation.

Six things to check when you’re looking for an electric vehicle charger installer

So, you’ve completed your pre-installation checks. But first, let’s make sure you know exactly what to expect when our team of installers arrive at your home

Things you should know before your installation

If you ever face a problem with your charger, our handy guide can help get you back up and charging again in no time

What do the lights on my charger mean? 

Get to know your new Egg charger with our quick and easy guide.

Getting to know your EV charger

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