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# Pod
> We’re Pod – one of the UK’s leading EV charging providers, trusted by over a quarter of a million customers and powering more than 5 million miles every single day.

We started off in 2009 as Pod Point, helping people make the switch to electric as EVs began to hit the road. Today, we’re leading the way into a smarter energy future. Our EV charging heritage and estate, shaped by years of experience and technical expertise, mean we’re not only the most established – we’re also the best equipped.

## Documentation
- [Are Electric Cars Safe? Your Concerns Answered](https://podenergy.com/guides/are-electric-cars-safe): A brief guide assessing the safety of electric vehicles and exploring common concerns so you can feel just as safe as you would in a petrol or diesel car.
- [How Can I Charge my EV Without Emissions?](https://podenergy.com/guides/how-can-i-charge-my-ev-with-no-emissions): A complete guide covering all the ways you can reduce or even eliminate emissions when you charge your electric car.
- [On-Street Residential Chargepoint Scheme](https://podenergy.com/guides/on-street-chargepoint-scheme): A complete guide covering what the On-Street Residential Chargepoint Scheme is and how it can be claimed by Local Authorities.
- [How Long Does It Take to Charge an Electric Car?](https://podenergy.com/guides/how-long-to-charge-an-electric-car): A complete guide on how long it takes to charge an electric car, the factors that influence charging time and the concept of top-up charging.
- [Cost of Charging an Electric Car](https://podenergy.com/guides/cost-of-charging-electric-car): A complete guide on how much it costs to charge an electric car in the UK at home, work and on the go.
- [Electric Car vs Petrol Car: Cost Comparison In 2024](https://podenergy.com/guides/electric-car-vs-petrol-car-cost-comparison-in-2024): A complete guide on what the OZEV EV Chargepoint Grant is, how you can benefit, and how to claim up to £350 for a home charging point.
- [OZEV Grant: A Complete Guide](https://podenergy.com/guides/ozev-grant): A complete guide on what the OZEV EV Chargepoint Grant is, how you can benefit, and how to claim up to £350 for a home charging point.
- [Plug-In Grant A Complete Guide](https://podenergy.com/guides/plug-in-car-grant): A complete guide that covers what the plug-in vehicle grant is and how it can reduce the cost of your plug-in vehicle.
- [Everything You Need to Know About Charging an Electric Car at Home](https://podenergy.com/guides/charging-electric-car-at-home): A complete guide to charging an electric car at home, including how to charge at home, how much it costs and how long it takes.
- [Road Tax on Electric Cars](https://podenergy.com/guides/road-tax-on-electric-cars): A complete guide to road tax for electric cars, including how it’s calculated and how much it costs.
- [Should I Get a Hybrid or an EV](https://podenergy.com/guides/should-i-get-a-hybrid-or-an-ev): A comprehensive guide helping you choose between a hybrid or electric vehicle depending on financial, ease and environmental factors to work best for you.
- [Electric Vehicle Dictionary](https://podenergy.com/guides/ev-dictionary): A glossary of terms for electric vehicle charging - from EV types to key concepts. All the EV terminology you need to know in one place.
- [How to Beat Range Anxiety](https://podenergy.com/guides/how-to-beat-range-anxiety): A guide addressing the topic of range anxiety and tips on how to cure the unwanted fear of running out of battery.
- [The Best Time to Charge an Electric Car at Home](https://podenergy.com/guides/the-best-time-to-charge-an-electric-car-at-home): A guide answering common questions about electric vehicle (EV) charging habits.
- [A guide to portable EV chargers](https://podenergy.com/guides/a-guide-to-portable-ev-chargers): A guide answering questions around portable chargers for electric vehicles (EVs) and assessing how they compare to home chargers.
- [Tethered vs Untethered EV Charger: Which is the Best?](https://podenergy.com/guides/tethered-vs-untethered-ev-charger-which-is-the-best): A guide comparing electric vehicle (EV) chargers with and without a permanently fixed charging cable.
- [How to maintain a home EV charger](https://podenergy.com/guides/how-to-maintain-a-home-ev-charger): A guide covering electric car home charger maintenance, including how to clean it and keep its software up-to-date so that it lasts for years to come.
- [The ultimate guide to taking your EV to summer festivals](https://podenergy.com/guides/the-ultimate-guide-to-taking-your-ev-to-summer-festivals): A guide covering EV festival travel tips, including how to plan to bring your electric car for sustainable travel to an eco-conscious festival
- [How to Prepare for Home EV Charger Installation](https://podenergy.com/guides/ev-charger-home-installation-process): A guide covering everything you need to know about EV charger installations before you place your order
- [EVs and Noise Pollution](https://podenergy.com/guides/evs-and-noise-pollution): A guide covering how loud electric cars are and how they can help reduce noise pollution as an often forgotten about EV benefit
- [EV Charging Connector Types and Speeds](https://podenergy.com/guides/ev-connector-types-speed): A guide covering the different types of electric vehicle connector types and charging speeds, from slow to rapid and everything in between.
- [How to choose the best family electric car](https://podenergy.com/guides/the-parents'-guide-to-evs): A guide covering the top family-friendly EVs for parents with kids, including charging tips and why your next family car should be electric.
- [Are EV charging subscriptions worth it?](https://podenergy.com/guides/are-ev-charging-subscriptions-worth-it): A guide covering the two main types of charging subscriptions for homes and public charging, and how to decide whether to commit to one.
- [Can you have a smart EV tariff without a smart meter?](https://podenergy.com/guides/can-you-have-a-smart-ev-tariff-without-a-smart-meter): A guide covering what electric car energy tariffs are and how they work, what smart meters are, and what smart charging actually means.
- [Are Electric Cars Cheaper to Insure?](https://podenergy.com/guides/are-electric-cars-cheaper-to-insure): A guide covering whether car insurance for electric cars is cheaper or more expensive than policies for internal combustion engine (ICE) cars.
- [Can I Claim For Charging My Electric Company Car at Home?](https://podenergy.com/guides/can-i-claim-for-charging-my-electric-company-car-at-home): A guide explaining how to claim for charging an electric company car at home and the difference between private and business use for tax purposes.
- [How Does Regenerative Braking Work?](https://podenergy.com/guides/how-does-regenerative-braking-work): A guide explaining regenerative braking technology and how it works.
- [Can Any Electric Car Use A Tesla Charger?](https://podenergy.com/guides/can-any-electric-car-use-a-tesla-charger): A guide explaining the compatibility of electric cars from other carmakers with the Tesla Supercharging and destination charging network.
- [What is Grid Balancing?](https://podenergy.com/guides/what-is-grid-balancing): A guide explaining the concept of grid balancing and its relation to electric vehicles (EVs).
- [What is a Self-Charging Hybrid Car?](https://podenergy.com/guides/what-is-a-self-charging-hybrid-car): A guide explaining the concept of self-charging cars and how they differ from other vehicles.
- [Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) Explained](https://podenergy.com/guides/vehicle-to-grid-v2g-explained): A guide explaining the concept of vehicle-to-grid charging and exploring the benefits, such as helping balance supply, and drawbacks of this technology.
- [What are amps, volts, watts, kilowatts and kilowatt-hours?](https://podenergy.com/guides/what-are-amps-volts-watts-kilowatts-and-kilowatt-hours): A guide explaining the difference between amps, volts, watts, kilowatts and kilowatt-hours, and how they relate to electric cars and EV chargers.
- [Does fast charging affect EV battery life?](https://podenergy.com/guides/does-fast-charging-affect-ev-battery-life): A guide explaining the effects of fast charging on electric vehicle (EV) battery life and giving tips on how to extend it.
- [Do public EV charging stations use renewable energy?](https://podenergy.com/guides/do-all-ev-charging-stations-use-renewable-energy): A guide explaining the energy mixture of electricity used by public electric car chargers, including how much of that comes from renewable energy, and how to tell.
- [How to charge your EV in cold weather](https://podenergy.com/guides/do-electric-cars-lose-range-in-cold-weather): A guide explaining the impact of cold weather on electric car range and how to maximise it using a few simple tips.
- [EV Warning Lights Explained](https://podenergy.com/guides/ev-warning-lights-explained): A guide explaining the meaning of electric vehicle (EV) specific warning lights and the actions you should take when seeing them on your dashboard.
- [Smart charging explained: A simple guide for every EV driver](https://podenergy.com/guides/what-is-smart-ev-charging): A guide explaining the process of and benefits of smart EV charging, what the benefits are, and how you can save money today.
- [How DC Charging Works](https://podenergy.com/guides/how-dc-charging-works): A guide explaining the pros and cons, differences to alternating current charging and suitability for different electric vehicle drivers.
- [2030 diesel and petrol car ban in the UK: Everything you need to know](https://podenergy.com/guides/2035-diesel-and-petrol-car-ban-in-the-uk-everything-you-need-to-know): A guide explaining the upcoming ban of new petrol and diesel car sales in the UK set to start in 2035 and highlighting other vehicle types affected.
- [How do EV batteries work?](https://podenergy.com/guides/how-do-ev-batteries-work): A guide explaining the working principle of electric vehicle (EV) batteries, key components and technical specifications, and how to best care for them.
- [What is OCPP?](https://podenergy.com/guides/what-is-ocpp): A guide explaining what the Open Charge Point Protocol is, how it works and the benefits of using it, like having the ability to switch between networks.
- [A guide to green EV charging at home and workplace](https://podenergy.com/guides/a-guide-to-green-ev-charging-at-home-and-workplace): A guide exploring environmentally-friendly electric vehicle (EV) charging options for workplace and home charging to help safe you money and the environment.
- [Workplace EV Charger: Benefits for Businesses](https://podenergy.com/guides/workplace-ev-charger-benefits-for-businesses): A guide exploring the benefits of offering EV charging in the workplace and commercial locations such as revenue generation to improved employee retention.
- [Do I need a warranty for my EV charger?](https://podenergy.com/guides/do-i-need-a-warranty-for-my-ev-charger): A guide exploring the importance of electric vehicle (EV) charger warranties.
- [Can I Install an EV Charger in My Garage?](https://podenergy.com/guides/can-i-install-an-ev-charger-in-my-garage): A guide exploring the option of installing an electric vehicle (EV) home charger inside a garage.
- [How Long Are EV Lead Times?](https://podenergy.com/guides/how-long-are-ev-lead-times): A guide exploring the phenomenon of long lead times for electric vehicles (EVs).
- [Can a Solar Panel Charge an EV on a Cloudy Day?](https://podenergy.com/guides/can-a-solar-panel-charge-an-ev-on-a-cloudy-day): A guide exploring the possibility of using a domestic solar system to charge an electric vehicle (EV) in cloudy conditions.
- [6 Practical Tips For an Eco-Friendly Lifestyle](https://podenergy.com/guides/6-practical-tips-for-an-eco-friendly-lifestyle): A guide exploring ways to make your day-to-day life more sustainable with eco-friendly tips to help save money on energy bills and live a healthier lifestyle.
- [Do Electric Cars Have Gears?](https://podenergy.com/guides/do-electric-cars-have-gears): A guide exploring what type of transmission electric cars have and how it differs from an Internal Combustion Engine, or ICE, vehicle.
- [Top 10 Electric Cars with the Longest Range in 2025](https://podenergy.com/guides/top-10-electric-cars-with-the-longest-range-in-2025): A guide exploring which electric car has the best range in the UK and comparing the ten longest range electric vehicles (EVs) currently available.
- [How to Drive an Electric Car vs a Fuel-Powered Car](https://podenergy.com/guides/how-to-drive-an-electric-car-vs-a-fuel-powered-car): A guide highlighting the differences between driving an electric vehicle (EV) and a traditional combustion engine (ICE) car.
- [Do electric cars lose charge while parked?](https://podenergy.com/guides/do-electric-cars-lose-charge-while-parked): A guide investigating if electric cars experience a loss of charge when stationary.
- [Can I Take My EV Charger When I Move?](https://podenergy.com/guides/can-i-take-my-ev-charger-when-i-move): A guide investigating if it’s possible to take an electric car charger with you when moving home.
- [An EV Driver's Guide to Tyres](https://podenergy.com/guides/an-ev-drivers-guide-to-tyres): A guide investigating the importance of tyres for safety and efficiency, and what to consider when purchasing tyres for an electric vehicle (EV).
- [The Truth About EV Depreciation](https://podenergy.com/guides/the-truth-about-ev-depreciation): A guide investigating the rate of electric vehicle (EV) depreciation and how it compares to internal combustion engine (ICE) cars.
- [Can You Charge an Electric Car With an Extension Cable?](https://podenergy.com/guides/should-you-charge-an-electric-car-with-an-extension-cable): A guide looking at the possibility of using an extension cable to charge an electric car.
- [Can You Convert a Traditional Car to an EV?](https://podenergy.com/guides/can-you-convert-a-traditional-car-to-an-ev): A guide looking into the process, benefits and cost of an internal combustion engine (ICE) car to electric vehicle (EV) conversion.
- [Choosing the Best EV Charging Cable for Your Car 2025](https://podenergy.com/guides/choosing-ev-charging-cable): A guide offering advice on which cable you need and things to consider when buying a charging cable for your electric car.
- [How to Make your Business More Sustainable](https://podenergy.com/guides/make-business-more-sustainable): A guide on making your business more sustainable to help reduce costs, improve your reputation and create new commercial opportunities.
- [Tips for Charging Electric Cars in Hot Weather](https://podenergy.com/guides/tips-for-using-electric-cars-in-hot-weather): A guide providing advice on driving your electric car in hot weather and tips for dealing with heat to improve efficiency and prolong battery health.
- [Leasing an Electric Car vs Buying: Which Is Better?](https://podenergy.com/guides/leasing-an-electric-car-vs-buying-which-is-better): A guide to electric car leasing comparing the pros and cons to other financing options to help you decide which is best for you and your lifestyle.
- [An Employer’s Guide to EV Salary Sacrifice](https://podenergy.com/guides/an-employers-guide-to-ev-salary-sacrifice): A guide to electric vehicle salary sacrifice schemes for businesses to save on National Insurance contributions and offer tax-saving benefits for employees.
- [Your Guide to Towing With an EV](https://podenergy.com/guides/your-guide-to-towing-with-an-ev): A guide to explaining when you can tow with an electric vehicle (EV) and how to avoid damage to your car.
- [Domestic vs Commercial charger installation](https://podenergy.com/guides/domestic-commercial-installations): A guide to how and why the processes for domestic and commercial EV chargepoint installations differ.
- [Can You Charge in the Rain? Weatherproofing Your EV Charging Station](https://podenergy.com/guides/can-you-charge-in-the-rain-weatherproofing-your-ev-charging-station): A guide to safely charging your EV in the rain using a home, public or workplace charger, or 3-pin plug socket & how to make sure your charger is weatherproof.
- [How Much Does It Cost to Run an Electric Car?](https://podenergy.com/guides/how-much-does-it-cost-to-run-an-electric-car): A guide to the costs associated with running an electric car, covering charging, tax, maintenance, insurance and depreciation which costs less than an ICE car.
- [Non-Residential Developments & Building Regs](https://podenergy.com/guides/non-residential-building-regulations): A guide to the June 2022 updates to the Building Regulations and the new EV charging infrastructure requirements for non-residential developments in England.
- [Workplace Charging Scheme](https://podenergy.com/guides/workplace-charging-scheme): A guide to the Workplace Charging Scheme, how it works and how you can use it to reduce costs when installing electric car charging points for your business.
- [Connecting & Troubleshooting Wi-Fi with Your Solo 3S](https://podenergy.com/guides/wifi-connection-guide): A guide to utilising the wi-fi functionality of your Pod Point charger. Giving you information on how to set it up, improving your connection & more
- [The Best Places to Drive an EV in the UK](https://podenergy.com/guides/the-best-places-to-drive-an-ev-in-the-uk): A guide unveiling the places across the country ranking highest and lowest for public charging availability.
- [How to Wash an Electric Car](https://podenergy.com/guides/how-to-wash-an-electric-car): A helpful guide on cleaning and washing electric vehicles to keep exterior and interior in an excellent condition which isn't very different from an ICE car.
- [Pod Drive: Your complete EV charging solution](https://podenergy.com/products/pod-drive): All-inclusive EV smart charging from Pod. Get a premium Pod Point charger, lifetime warranty, and 7,500 miles paid for every year. Start for £99.
- [A Guide to Driving Your EV in Europe](https://podenergy.com/guides/a-guide-to-driving-your-ev-in-europe): An electric vehicle owner’s guide to travelling Europe the sustainable way, listing required documents and equipment, and tips for driving on the continent.
- [Electric Car Insurance](https://podenergy.com/guides/electric-car-insurance): An introduction to electric car insurance that covers what you need to know before looking for a policy, including an overview of cost factors and providers.
- [The 200-Year History of Electric Vehicles](https://podenergy.com/guides/the-200-year-history-of-electric-vehicles): An overview of the long history of EVs and what we can expect in the future, starting from the first battery-powered carriage invented around 1832.
- [How to Plan a road trip with an EV](https://podenergy.com/guides/ev-journey-planner): Are you planning a road trip in your EV? Here are some tips and tricks on how to prepare yourself to make the journey as smooth as you can.
- [Pod EV Charger Installation](https://podenergy.com/installation): At Pod Point our Which? approved installation service will get you charging in no time. Our standard installation is designed to be flexible.
- [Commercial EV charging](https://podenergy.com/business/commercial-charging): Attract & retain customers with Pod's Commercial electric vehicle charging solution. Used by the UK's biggest brands & loved by drivers.
- [EV Zones](https://podenergy.com/products/ev-zones): Attract and retain EV drivers as customers with the new standard in public charging. Designed for businesses with drivers in mind.
- [Media Chargers](https://podenergy.com/products/media): Attract new customers & generate fast return on investment with Pod Point's advertising enabled EV charger.
- [Conscious Commuting: Why More People Are Choosing EVs for a Greener Daily Routine](https://podenergy.com/guides/eco-conscious-commuting): By making smarter and greener daily transport choices like driving an EV, commuters can make their regular travel more sustainable.
- [Pod Point EV Exclusive Tariff](https://podenergy.com/products/edf-and-podenergy-ev-exclusive-tariff): During a time of economic uncertainty and cost pressure, we’re helping drivers make the switch to EV by partnering with EDF and offering the UK’s cheapest EV energy tariff
- [Array Charging](https://podenergy.com/products/array): Easily scale your EV charging infrastructure with Pod Point's load balancing system. Future proof your locations and install up to 3x more chargepoints.
- [The Benefits of Driving Electric Cars](https://podenergy.com/guides/benefits-of-electric-cars): Electric cars offer a range of financial, performance and environmental benefits. Find out the advantages that drivers and businesses can both enjoy.
- [EV Energy Tariffs Explained](https://podenergy.com/guides/ev-energy-tariffs-explained): Everything you need to know about electric car energy tariffs to make savings when charging at home as simple and cost effective as possible.
- [Your Guide to Choosing an EV](https://podenergy.com/guides/your-guide-to-choosing-an-ev): Everything you need to know about electric vehicles (EVs), helping you make the right choice when switching to a greener way of driving depending on your needs.
- [Motability Scheme For Electric Cars](https://podenergy.com/guides/motability-grant-electric-cars): Everything you need to know about getting an electric car with the Motability Scheme, covering the benefits, costs and how to claim.
- [The Electric Vehicles (Smart Charge Points) Regulations and what they mean](https://podenergy.com/guides/smart-charge-point-regulations): Everything you need to know about the EV smart charge point regulations, including the new default charge schedule and randomised delay.
- [Electric Car Maintenance Costs](https://podenergy.com/guides/ev-maintenance-costs): EVs are still a bit more expensive to buy than ICE vehicles but they require much less maintenance, and cost less to maintain as a result.
- [The inside track](https://podenergy.com/pod-drive-faqs): Find answers to all your Pod Drive questions, including details on your subscription, inclusive miles, lifetime warranty, installation, and smart charging features.
- [Pod Rewards FAQs](https://podenergy.com/pod-rewards-faqs): Find answers to all your Pod Rewards questions. Learn how to earn cash for smart charging, withdraw rewards, and make the most of the Pod Home app
- [Built Environment charging](https://podenergy.com/business/built-environment-charging): Future proof your developments & enable ongoing cost recovery with Pod Point's Built Environment EV charging solution
- [Discounts with Pod](https://podenergy.com/offers/discounts): Get a discount on Pod Point's smart electric car charging point. Proud to be helping teachers, students, key workers & more. Schedule your install today.
- [Domestic installer guidance](https://podenergy.com/products/domestic-installer-guidance): Get certified to install Pod Point Home Chargers. Provide your customers with smart charging technology and save yourself time and money.
- [Plug & Power Bundle](https://podenergy.com/products/plug-power): Get our award-winning Solo 3S home charging system from £499 upfront with our 2-year fixed low-cost energy tariff with EDF + £100 bill credit to new customers!
- [The Eco Driver’s Packing List: Essentials for a Low-Impact Road Trip](https://podenergy.com/guides/essentials-for-a-low-impact-road-trip): Here’s everything you need to know about how to make your next road trip sustainable, including eco-friendly travel essentials and trip tips.
- [Get £25 in Tesco Clubcard points](https://podenergy.com/tesco-clubcard-2500-points-offer): Home | Podpoint energy
- [The Electric Car Grant: A Complete Guide](https://podenergy.com/guides/the-electric-car-grant-a-complete-guide): If you're curious about the £650 million grant provided by the Department for Transport, we have a provided a guide with everything you need to know. Read now.
- [EV charging for the workplace](https://podenergy.com/business/workplace-charging): Increase employee satisfaction with Pod Point's Workplace electric vehicle charging solution. Used by the UK's top companies.
- [Installation documents](https://podenergy.com/technical/installation): Installation and technical advice for Pod Point's chargers and hardware.
- [Are Electric Cars Better for the Environment?](https://podenergy.com/guides/how-green-are-evs): Is switching from traditional cars to EVs really a greener option? We explore in this guide how green electric cars really are.
- [Install, earn & enjoy with Pod Pros.](https://podenergy.com/pod-pros): Join Pod Pros and earn points every time you install a Pod Point Solo 3S home EV charger – the more you install, the more you earn towards top rewards.
- [Electric vehicle (EV) charging legislation for developments in the UK](https://podenergy.com/guides/ev-charging-legislation-new-build-uk): Learn about how the government is looking to use planning and the regulatory regime to ensure the provision of chargepoints in UK developments.
- [Site Management Service](https://podenergy.com/products/site-management-service): Manage your entire charging network from the cloud. Whether you have a single charger or hundreds, our system makes it easy to manage and monitor every charge.
- [How to use Pod Point EV chargers](https://podenergy.com/guides/how-to-use-our-chargers): Need some help on how to use Pod Point chargers? These videos will show you how
- [Rapid charging](https://podenergy.com/solutions/rapid-charging): Need to charge fast? Learn about rapid charging on the Pod Point Network and find your nearest EV charger through our app.
- [Pod Point Lights Explained](https://podenergy.com/guides/pod-point-lights-explained): Our Pod Point guide diagnoses the most common lights you are likely to see on your Solo 3S to help you understand the state of your EV charger. Read more.
- [EV charging you can trust.](https://podenergy.com/): Pod are leaders in electric vehicle charging with innovative solutions for homes, workplaces and commercial organisations.
- [Pod's approved domestic installer training](https://podenergy.com/approved-installer-training): Pod Point are leaders in electric vehicle charging with innovative solutions for homes, workplaces and commercial organisations.
- [Heat Pumps - Everything You Need to Know](https://podenergy.com/guides/heat-pumps-everything-you-need-to-know): Pod Point are leaders in electric vehicle charging with innovative solutions for homes, workplaces and commercial organisations.
- [Will an EV Charger Add Value to Your Property?](https://podenergy.com/guides/will-an-ev-charger-add-value-to-your-property): Pod Point are leaders in electric vehicle charging with innovative solutions for homes, workplaces and commercial organisations.
- [How to Charge Your Electric Car With No Driveway](https://podenergy.com/guides/how-to-charge-your-electric-car-with-no-driveway): Pod Point are leaders in electric vehicle charging with innovative solutions for homes, workplaces and commercial organisations.
- [What to Do if my EV Charging Cable is Stuck](https://podenergy.com/guides/what-to-do-if-my-ev-charging-cable-is-stuck): Pod Point are leaders in electric vehicle charging with innovative solutions for homes, workplaces and commercial organisations.
- [What is the Market-Wide Half-Hourly Settlement (MHHS) Reform?](https://podenergy.com/guides/what-is-market-wide-half-hourly-settlement-mhhs-reform): Pod Point are leaders in electric vehicle charging with innovative solutions for homes, workplaces and commercial organisations.
- [The Pod Point Installer App](https://podenergy.com/installer-app): Pod Point are leaders in electric vehicle charging with innovative solutions for homes, workplaces and commercial organisations.
- [Modern Slavery Statement](https://podenergy.com/legal/modern-slavery-statement): Pod Point is publishing this statement on the actions we take to ensure modern slavery is not taking place in our operations and supply chains.
- [EV charging for apartments](https://podenergy.com/home/apartment-charging): Pod Point's smart electric car charging points are the most cost-effective and convenient way to charge in apartments and flats.
- [Velocity+ Charger](https://podenergy.com/products/velocity-plus): Pod Point's Velocity Chargers will attract and retain loyal customers that will be able to charge up to 350kW while they spend time in your business.
- [OZEV approved home EV charger](https://podenergy.com/products/ozev-approved-ev-home-charger): Pod's Solo 3S is an OZEV approved home ev charger. If you own a flat, or live in rented accommodation, find out how to claim £350 off your charger.
- [Residential EV charging](https://podenergy.com/business/residential-charging): Provide EV charging for flats and apartments. With Pod Point's residential solution it's easy and cost-effective.
- [5 Reasons Your SME Should Provide EV Charging](https://podenergy.com/guides/ev-charging-benefits-sme): Providing EV charging is a huge asset to any SME - here are 5 reasons why.
- [Do You Need a Dedicated Home Charger?](https://podenergy.com/guides/home-charger-benefits): Should you charge your car using a regular 3-pin plug or a dedicated home charger? We examine the key differences in this guide.
- [Home EV charging made easy](https://podenergy.com/home/home-charging): Smart home EV chargers installed with 5 year warranty. View our award winning chargers today - all OZEV grant approved. Next day & weekend installs available.
- [How to talk to family and friends about switching to an EV](https://podenergy.com/guides/how-to-talk-about-making-the-switch): Talking to sceptics about the benefits of EVs can be difficult, so we’ve put together a guide to help you debunk myths and advocate for EVs with confidence.
- [Benefit in Kind (BIK) Electric Car Tax Guide](https://podenergy.com/guides/company-electric-car-tax): The complete guide to company electric car tax, covering what a company and employee need to contribute and how it is calculated.
- [Pod Point network](https://podenergy.com/solutions/network): The easiest way to charge your EV on the go with over 6,200 charging bays across the UK.
- [Solo 3S for Business](https://podenergy.com/products/solo-business): The Pod Point Solo 3S Charger is a single-socket charging station that can provide up to 22kW of power for your customers, visitors or employees.
- [Pod Point home EV charger](https://podenergy.com/products/solo-home-ev-charger): The Pod Point Solo 3S Home Charger allows for you to charge using solar for zero cost and zero carbon. Fully installed from just £999. Start your order today.
- [7kW Home EV Charger](https://podenergy.com/products/solo-7kw-ev-homecharger): The Pod Point Solo 3S Home Charger allows for you to charge using solar for zero cost and zero carbon. Fully installed from just £999. Start your order today.
- [Twin EV Charger](https://podenergy.com/products/twin): The Pod Point Twin Charger is a twin-socketed charging station that can provide up to 22kW of charge for your customers, visitors or employees.
- [Type 2 Home EV Charger](https://podenergy.com/products/type-2-ev-charger): The Pod Point type 2 home charger allows for you to charge using solar for zero cost and zero carbon. Fully installed from just £999. Start your order today.
- [Government grants for electric vehicles and charging infrastructure](https://podenergy.com/guides/government-grants-for-electric-vehicles): The ultimate guide on government grants for electric vehicles and infrastructure. Including commercial, residential and workplace charging.
- [How to Charge an Electric Car](https://podenergy.com/guides/how-to-charge-electric-car): The ultimate guide on how to charge your electric car, covering the places you can top up your battery and how to start charging once you are there.
- [Complete guide on EV charging](https://podenergy.com/guides/complete-guide-on-ev-charging): The ultimate guide to everything you need to know about charging electric cars, including where to charge, how long it takes and how much it costs.
- [How to Optimise the Range of Your Electric Car](https://podenergy.com/guides/optimise-ev-range): There are a number of ways you can maximise the range of your electric vehicle, both when you’re driving and when you’re not. Here's a guide on how to do it.
- [How to Access Public Charging Points](https://podenergy.com/guides/how-to-access-public-ev-charging): There are several different ways to access public chargepoints. This short guide reviews the most common access methods and their pros and cons.
- [A Guide to Buying a Second-Hand Electric Car](https://podenergy.com/guides/buying-second-hand-ev): This guide gives helpful tips and advice, so you’re confident when choosing and buying a second hand electric car which is much more affordable and quicker.
- [The “Road to Zero” Strategy and what it means for businesses](https://podenergy.com/guides/road-to-zero-business): This guide provides an overview of “The Road to Zero” strategy, government policy towards electric vehicles, and what it means for businesses.
- [Business Models for Commercial Electric Vehicle Charging](https://podenergy.com/guides/ev-charging-business-models): This guide provides an overview on the potential costs of offering commercial EV charging and how businesses can monetise it through different business models.
- [How to Charge if You Can't Get a Home EV Charger](https://podenergy.com/guides/charging-ev-without-home-charger): This guide shows how you can still drive a full battery EV (BEV) even if you can’t have a home charger.
- [EV Buying Guide – Everything You Need to Know to Make the Switch](https://podenergy.com/guides/ev-buying-guide-everything-you-need-to-know-to-make-the-switch): This guide will give you answers to help you make the switch to an EV, ranging from charging length of an EV battery to how much you have to pay in road tax.
- [Electric Vehicle Charging Etiquette](https://podenergy.com/guides/ev-charging-etiquette): To ensure drivers can use EV charging infrastructure as it is intended, it is important to behave considerately. Here's how to do it.
- [Can you use solar panels to charge electric cars?](https://podenergy.com/guides/solar-charge-electric-cars): Using solar panels to supplement the energy needed to charge your EV can be a great way of cutting costs and charging with clean, renewable energy.
- [Workplace Charging Scheme for State-Funded Schools](https://podenergy.com/guides/workplace-charging-scheme-state-funded-schools): Using the grant, schools can get 75% off the total cost of buying and installing workplace EV chargers for teachers and staff to use.
- [A guide to jump starting an EV](https://podenergy.com/guides/a-guide-to-jump-starting-an-ev): We explain if jump starting is necessary for electric cars, whether you can use an electric vehicle to jumpstart another car, and how to jump start safely.
- [The Eco EV Gift Guide: Thoughtful Ideas for the Conscious Driver](https://podenergy.com/guides/eco-ev-gift-guide-thoughtful-ideas-conscious-driver): Whether you’re shopping around for a birthday, a holiday, or other special occasion, you’re sure to love these eco-friendly gifts for EV drivers.
- [Guide to Ultra Low Emission Zones (ULEZ)](https://podenergy.com/guides/ulez-guide): With London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) now expanded, this guide explains how a ULEZ works and the fees you’ll need to pay.
- [Learning to Drive in an EV](https://podenergy.com/guides/learning-to-drive-an-ev-everything-you-need-to-know): You can learn to drive and take your test in an EV. If you take your test in one, you’ll receive an automatic licence. Learn more about the EV driving test here

## Company

- Founded: 2009
- Location: London, UK
- Support: 7 days a week including evenings and weekends