General Motors Europe’s Vauxhall said Ampera owners can now benefit from free, taxpayer-funded installation of a home charging unit.
The government has announced funding for owners of electric vehicles (EVs) where it will cover 75% of costs for home charging unit installations up to a maximum of GBP1,000 including VAT. Vauxhall will meet the remaining 25% on the same basis for new retail customers taking up the offer.
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The GBP37m state package of benefits also includes additional measures for local authorities to install on-street charging posts and rapid chargers. Train operators can also claim for charge point installations at railway stations for EV commuters.
“We fully support the government’s announcement and are very happy to meet the remaining home charging installation costs for Ampera customers,” said Ian Allen, Vauxhall’s environmental strategy manager and chairman of the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders’ electric vehicle committee.
“Vauxhall welcomes a nationwide plan as it means all Ampera drivers will have the cost of their home charging solution covered, not just those who live in certain geographical areas.”
The Ampera has a real-world battery range of between 25-50 miles [just-auto noted a consistent 35 in a recent week-long evaluation drive] after which a small range-extender motor intervenes to provide up to an additional 300 miles or so of range.
