With news of further fluctuating fuel prices more and more people are looking to move to Electric Vehicles – not only are they greener for the environment, they are much cheaper to run too especially if you install a home EV charge point. Figures show the move to electric is real, sales over the summer months show that Battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) reached over 30% of all new car sales and we’ve seen accelerated growth in the second hand EV car market - up 67% on 2025.
So is it time for you to take your step towards electric?
Not Enough Chargers - The Infrastructure Argument
The UK infrastructure for EV car charging is now vastly improved compared to a few years ago, with increasing numbers of ultra–fast charging stations popping up in city locations and many car parks and community sites now offering publicly accessible EV charging points.
EV drivers have improved access to re-charge when necessary, dampening the infrastructure argument and fuelling sales.
Businesses with fleet cars have also largely gone electric, with fleet and business EV’s making up circa 63% of the market share.
Bigger is Better
The mileage range of electrically charged vehicles is growing too, larger capacity battery storage and a longer range between re-charges means more people of finding EV usage is now meeting their requirements for the work commute, visiting family and leisure trips.
Charging at Home Fits Right in
By charging your EV at home overnight you can benefit from;
- No queues for public or workplace charging stations
- Cheaper night-time electricity tariffs
- A fully charge vehicle ready and waiting for you the next morning
Better with Solar
Most of the EV Charge points installed by Forest Electrical offer “eco” settings, to charge directly from solar panels installed on your home, using excess electricity that would otherwise be returned to the grid. Free self-generated electricity helping you to get from A to B.
Safety first
EV charge points are not plug and play appliances and should be installed by qualified electricians to ensure safety standards and installation regulations are adhered to. Our engineers are able to help you choose the most appropriate charge point to meet your needs, domestic or commercial and you can be reassured of a professional and quality installation at all times.