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ScottishPower EV tariffs

As one of the UK's big six energy suppliers, it’s no surprise that ScottishPower has branched out into EV tariffs with its Saver option. Find out more about it here.
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Written by Ben Gallizzi, Senior Content Editor - Energy and Electric Vehicles
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The electric vehicle market is only set to grow as environmental concerns over the use of petrol and diesel vehicles lead to bans on the sale of new models around the world. With electric car owners needing to be able to charge their cars at home rather than relying on public charging points, it’s inevitable that energy suppliers will develop specific EV tariffs for customers to sign up to so they can charge more affordably. 

At the time of writing, the Saver tariff is the provider’s only EV tariff - how does it work and how much could it cost?

How does the ScottishPower EV tariff work?

Similarly to EV tariffs developed by other energy providers, ScottishPower's EV tariff - which is called the Saver tariff - utilises peak and off-peak hours to help customers charge their vehicles at a lower rate during the night. Its off-peak hours run between 12am and 5am, with 100% renewable electricity used.

The Saver tariff is only available to existing ScottishPower customers who have a smart meter (which is needed so the provider can accurately track the energy you use at different times of the day and night). If you want to switch to ScottishPower to get the Saver tariff, you'll have to join as a standard variable customer first and then switch to the EV tariff.

How much does the ScottishPower Saver tariff cost?

At the time of writing, the Saver tariff costs 7.2p per kWh when you charge your electric vehicle between midnight and 5am. However, it's worth remembering that the cost is lower during these hours because the rate to charge will be higher outside these hours, so it's important you take advantage of the lower costs if you sign up.

To find the total estimated cost of the tariff, you’ll need to enter your details into the ScottishPower website for a quote, though you shouldn’t take it as gospel - calculate how much energy you’re likely to use at different times, factoring in charging times for your electric vehicle, and work out from there whether this EV-specific electricity deal is the best option for you.

Should I switch to the ScottishPower EV tariff?

If you have an EV that you want to charge at home, it's worth being on a time-of-use tariff like ScottishPower's Saver tariff to make charging as affordable as possible. However, it's also worth comparing to see which supplier offers the best deal for you.