225 - The Subscription Episode

The EV Musings Podcast

In this episode of EV Musings, Gary discusses the value of subscription services for electric vehicle charging. He explores various subscription models offered by different charge point operators and OEMs, explaining how these subscriptions can help EV owners reduce their charging costs.

The episode also provides a detailed breakdown of how to calculate whether a subscription is worthwhile based on your charging habits.

Additionally, Gary touches on the future of EV charging subscriptions, including options for apartment dwellers and the potential benefits of roaming apps.

Many people don't realise that you can lower your charging costs by subscribing to a charing service. In this episode we look at all the different ways you can do this, as well as showing how you can calculate whether a subscription will be worthwhile for you.

This season of the podcast is sponsored by Zapmap, the free to download app that helps EV drivers search, plan, and pay for their charging.

This specific episode is sponsored by ChargeGuru. See below for more information.

Links in the show notes:

• Warwickshire Cricket Club the first in the UK to operate all-electric fleet of grounds equipment - Cool Thing
• Eco charging tariffs - The EV Musings Podcast
• 186 - The Charger Pricing Episode - The EV Musings Podcast

Episode produced by Arran Sheppard at Urban Podcasts: https://www.urbanpodcasts.co.uk

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This episode is sponsored by ChargeGuru

Leading the charge in Europe's EV transition, ChargeGuru offers seamless 360° solutions for installing and managing electric vehicle chargers. From fully-funded apartment block solutions to custom options for homes, fleets, and destinations, ChargeGuru simplifies the EV charging experience. Operating in eight countries, they’re committed to innovation and accelerating the shift towards sustainable mobility. Discover more at bit.ly/ChargeGuruMusings.

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Zapmap Premium Promo

Enhanced filters in the Zapmap app have always helped drivers charge with confidence, but the new pricing filter is quickly becoming a user favourite. You can now set a maximum price per kWh whilst searching for charge points, ensuring you never pay over the odds. Couple this with the day-to-day charging discounts included in the Premium subscription, there are now even more ways to save money on charging. With Premium users can also link Zapmap to their Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. So if you need to find charger on the move, Zapmap Premium can show you the way. Drivers can take Premium for a test drive with a one-week free trial. Simply head to the subscriptions tab on the app and follow the instructions to give it a go today.