Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Information 

EV chargers offer different charging speeds depending on the charger’s capacity.  

Most residential EV Chargers deliver enough to charger your car fully overnight.

• A  7kW EV charger will give you approximately 50 km of range per hour.
• An EV with  a 60kWh battery capacity may take up to nine hours to charge from empty to full. 

However, different EVs will charge at a different rate using the same charger. Some EV models, such as some Hybrids, are not capable of availing of the full throughput from a charge point but will still charge at a rate suitable for the vehicle.  

If you’ve a smart meter installed, our EV plan will give you cheaper rates between 2am - 5am, so you’ll save money if you charge your EV during this time. 

New and existing customers can explore our EV plans or sign up by viewing Our Plans. 

You can get a Hive EV charger installed by a trusted local tradesperson with Bord Gáis Energy Local Heroes. Click here for more information, and to get a free quote.