Solar & Batteries

Charge an EV with Solar: 10 Expert Tips

Published 5 Jun 2026

What this video covers

Maximise free energy from your panels.

Discover ten ways to charge your electric car with solar power, saving hundreds on fuel. From Axiom Eco Homes.

In this video

  1. 0:00 Intro
  2. 0:08 10. Size Panels for Your Driving
  3. 0:19 9. Install a Solar-Compatible Charger
  4. 0:29 8. Add Battery for Evening Charging
  5. 0:40 7. Use Solar Generation Forecasts
  6. 0:48 6. Charge During Peak Solar Hours
  7. 0:57 5. Pair Solar with Time-of-Use Tariff
  8. 1:06 4. Monitor Solar-to-Car Ratio
  9. 1:13 3. Orient Panels for Afternoon Sun
  10. 1:22 2. Claim OZEV Chargepoint Grant
  11. 1:31 1. Check MCS-Certified Installer
  12. 1:41 Where to start