What are your options as an EV driver with ScottishPower?
When you switch to an electric vehicle (EV), it’s important to choose the right home charging plan for you. This choice could impact your budget as well as your charging schedule, as you’ll have the option to charge your EV at specific times to benefit from cheaper charging.
Whether you have a set routine or change your schedule daily, ScottishPower has two great options for EV drivers: EV Optimise and EV Saver.
In this blog, we’ll break down both options so you can choose the best EV charging options for your needs.
EV Optimise add-on: flexible and simple
Could be best for: Hybrid workers, busy parents, or anyone with a changeable schedule.
Key benefits:
- Rate of 9p/kWh - set the time you need your EV charged by and we’ll tap into the greenest charging times1.
- Smart charging via the ScottishPower app: just set your charging preferences for any time, day or night, and let the app do the rest.
- Potential savings of up to £374 per year2.
- No need to stick to the off-peak overnight hours available with the EV Saver tariff, charge when it suits you, just set your hours within the EV Optimise section of the ScottishPower app
Why choose EV Optimise?
With EV Optimise, you’re not limited to certain times. If your schedule changes, simply amend your charging preferences in the ScottishPower app and you’ll still benefit from the lower charging rate. EV Optimise gives you the flexibility you may have been looking for. Plus, there are no extra costs - simply add our product on to your existing tariff3to get started.
EV Saver tariff: perfect for those wanting to charge overnight
Could be best for: for those working a 9-5 role, with set hours, who can plug in overnight.
Key Benefits:
Rate of 9.5p/kWh between midnight and 5am4.
- Potential savings of up to £435 per year5against fuelling a petrol car.
- Wake up to a charged battery with 100% green electricity6.
Why choose EV Saver tariff?
If you are home overnight and can charge during off-peak hours, EV Saver can give you lower rates and could help you save on your charging costs.
EV Optimise add-on or EV Saver tariff, which is best for you?
| Feature | EV Optimise | EV Saver |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Flexibility | High | Low (overnight only) |
| Smart App Integration | Yes | Yes |
| Green Energy | Yes6 | Yes6 |
Which will you choose?
When you switch to an electric vehicle (EV), it’s important to choose the right home charging plan for you. Choosing the right EV charging option depends on your daily routine, charging habits, and budget goals. Whether you value flexibility or want to focus on maximising savings, ScottishPower has a plan tailored to your lifestyle.
Ready to switch?
Visit ScottishPower’s website to learn about EV Optimise and EV Saver. Start saving on your EV charging today.
Still need an EV charger to be able to make the most of your home charging options?
At ScottishPower, we don’t just offer a variety of tariffs, we also provide high-quality, expertly installed EV chargers.
Our chargers come with standard installation included, a 3-year warranty, and compatibility with smart charging features such as EV Optimise, making powering your EV at home as simple as possible.
Everything you need, all in one place
From tariffs that suit your routine to smart charging tools and hardware you can trust, ScottishPower is your one-stop shop for EV charging.
With ScottishPower, you don’t need to juggle multiple providers or apps, we bring everything together in one place. Whether you’re just starting your EV journey or looking to upgrade your setup, we’re here to help.
Learn more about our one-stop solution for EV chargers and tariffs.
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The greenest times of day will be when the carbon intensity of the electricity required to charge your EV is at its lowest. This will vary each day depending on a number of factors, including weather conditions, renewable energy generation and demand on the grid.
2
Saving is based on driving an average of 8,000 miles per year, achieving 3 miles per kWh and using 2,666 kWh per year to charge their car at the rate of 10p per kWh whilst using EV Optimise add-on, compared to the SVT rate of 25.73p as of 1st July 2025. You will be charged at your normal electricity unit rate for your charging session and credited the difference. Savings may vary depending on car make and model and driving efficiency.
3
EV Optimise can be added to any ScottishPower tariff free of charge (excluding EV Saver and Heat Saver tariffs). EV Optimise is available to ScottishPower customers via the ScottishPower App. Eligibility criteria and exclusions apply. See Terms and Conditions.
4
These timings are based on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). However, during British Summer Time (BST), the time periods will change on selected SMETS1 meters to reflect the new time zone. BST runs from the last Sunday in March to the last Sunday in October.
5
Cost saving is based on a Vauxhall Astra GS 1.2 petrol engine and UK average petrol cost per litre (RAC Fuel Watch June 2025) compared to a Vauxhall Astra GS EV 54kWh charging on the EV Saver Aug 2026 tariff using the off peak rate (inc. VAT) for 5 hours, the average peak rate (inc. VAT) for 3.5 hours and the average Standing Charge (inc. VAT) paying by Direct Debit (as at 25thJune 2025) and a distance of 6,000 miles per year.
6
ScottishPower will match 100% of your electricity consumption to renewable energy generated by the ScottishPower Group by matching every MWh of electricity consumed on this tariff with a Renewable Energy Guarantee of Origin (REGO) certificate sourced directly from the ScottishPower Group’s own renewables generation. For information on our Fuel Mix, government support and how electricity is physically distributed please visit Fuel Mix here.
Last updated: 11 February 2026