Cuts in slow charging benefits drivers without driveways – AA EV Recharge Report
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· Flat rate and
peak time slow charging fall by up to 2p/kWh
· Fast charging
sees rise of 2p/kWh
· “More must be
done to bring public charging costs down further”, says AA's
head of roads policy The AA EV Recharge Report for July 2025 shows
that slow charging costs, typically found in residential areas with
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· Flat rate and peak time slow charging fall by up to 2p/kWh · Fast charging sees rise of 2p/kWh · “More must be done to bring public charging costs down further”, says AA's head of roads policy The AA EV Recharge Report for July 2025 shows that slow charging costs, typically found in residential areas with limited off-street parking, fell by up to 2p/kWh. Peak rate slow charging dropped by two pence, while flat rate slow charging fell by a penny, matching the fall in the OFGEM domestic energy price cap**. Elsewhere, flat rate fast charging costs rose by 2p/kWh while all other speeds remained unchanged from June. The largely stable and uniform pricing provided by charging providers meant that those travelling across the country at the start of the summer holidays were able to charge for similar prices to those they experience at home. AA EV Recharge Report, July 2025. Flat rates;
AA EV Recharge Report, July 2025. Peak and Off-Peak rates;
Jack Cousens, head of roads policy for The AA, said; “The reduction in slow charging costs meant EV drivers without a driveway were able to experience some of the benefit of cheaper charging outside their front door. “However, more must be done to bring public charging costs down further, so more drivers able to make the switch to EVs can be convinced of the benefits. Removing VAT from public charging remains a simple and popular solution, but tackling the wider issue of high UK electricity prices would also drive prices down.” ends NOTES TO EDITORS * Average prices are the PAYG options without connection fee as at 21 July 2025. Subscriptions are available for all charge point speeds which can unlock a cheaper p/kWh, however rates vary across provider. Peak and off-peak times vary between chargepoint operators. Calculations based on adding 80% to a Vauxhall e-Corsa, 50kW, with a WLTP range of 221 miles. Adding 80% range equates to 178 miles of range. Vauxhall e-Corsa specifications here: Corsa_PSG_MY25_11_August_Library.pdf Calculations based on Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L (100PS) Petrol with a 40 litre tank. 80% refuel = 32 litres. Petrol: 32 litres @ 134.90 ppl = £43.17. Combined Low MPG of 52.3 = 366 miles at 11.79 p/mile. Vauxhall Corsa specifications here: Corsa_PSG_MY25_11_August_Library.pdf ** Changes to energy price cap between 1 July and 30 September 2025 | Ofgem |
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