The switch to electric mobility is no longer the future, it is already the present. Today there are already 17 million electric vehicles on the road worldwide, of which 6.5 million were sold in 2021 alone. And in Italy? Almost one in 10 cars registered in 2021 is electric (100% electric or plug-in hybrid) and compared to 2020 there was a doubling of registrations.
The world of car manufacturers continues to release and develop electric models, with ever greater range and at increasingly accessible prices. An electric car does not pollute, allows savings on fuel and maintenance, you can charge it anywhere, it can circulate freely in limited traffic areas and accesses car parks in historic centres free of charge.
What incentives do I have for installing electric charging stations?
To encourage electric vehicle owners to equip themselves with a home charging system, the State has provided for some incentives. By virtue of the 2019 Budget Law, access can be obtained to:
This incentive is recognised through the deduction of the expense from income tax in 4 annual instalments.
The regulations in force neither oblige nor prevent charging the car through a normal domestic electrical socket, however this method is certainly not the best.
In fact, it is always preferable to use charging stations or a wallbox because they guarantee fast and conscious charging. These devices, in fact, allow your electric car to quickly absorb the maximum available power without tripping the meter and allow, depending on the model selected, also the choice of the best charging time slot and the complete remote management of the same, providing you with clear reports on the quantities of electricity supplied to the battery.
To create a home charging system in a detached house or a single-family villa, no authorisation is necessary. No permits are required either from the Municipality or from the Grid Operator. It is possible to charge the electric car by connecting it to the existing meter, so separate metering and therefore a new meter are not necessary.
The most common installation process is followed by a specialised technician sent by the company from which the charging infrastructure is purchased. In general, you can proceed as follows:
For all those who live in a condominium and wish to install a charging device, it is necessary to distinguish between two situations:
How much does it cost to install a charging station for electric cars?
The costs of the charging system depend on the type of device purchased; for example, there are 3.7 kW models, typically suitable for cars with batteries with modest range or for plug-in hybrid vehicles, or higher-power systems, suitable for full-electric cars (BEV) that have batteries guaranteeing greater range. Furthermore, in some cases adaptation works of the electrical system may be necessary.
When we choose to install a home charging device, it is advisable to make some considerations. In fact, the environmental and economic benefits connected to the use of electric cars are maximised when the charging stations are powered by energy generated from renewable sources
Therefore, where possible, it is a good choice to install a small renewable energy production system at the same time, such as photovoltaic panels. To further optimise economic savings, it is advisable to also include a battery storage system, in order to charge the car even at times of low energy production (little sunlight).
Furthermore, it is possible to optimise the self-consumption of a photovoltaic system by opting for electric charging stations capable of automatically regulating the charging power required for the vehicle. So as to avoid unnecessary waste and save on the bill. In this case, the system must be equipped with adequate consumption measurement devices.
Did you know?
The most advanced home charging stations, such as the Enel Waybox, are compatible with any solar system and you can choose to charge your car only with the Energy produced by your photovoltaic system.
Yes.
Thanks to the Enel On Your Way APP, you can charge your electric car also at the infrastructures of third-party operators, through the roaming functionality.
With the app you can:
view all the interoperable charging stations on the map;
compare charging costs and power;
start and pay for charging directly from the app.
An electric car can be convenient because:
charging costs can be lower than traditional fuels;
maintenance is reduced (no oil, fewer mechanical parts);
you can access state or local incentives;
you often have benefits such as access to LTZs, dedicated parking spaces and savings on car tax;
by contributing to decarbonisation, you reduce your environmental impact.
The Enel On Your Way app also helps you optimally manage consumption, stops, routes and charging costs for your electric car.
The Enel WayCard is a very useful complement to the app for several reasons:
faster charging start in areas without mobile coverage: if the smartphone has no signal or the network is unstable, the card still allows immediate start;
greater convenience for frequent charging sessions.
Furthermore, in the Enel On Your Way app you can associate one or more cards with your profile and monitor all charging sessions carried out with them.
You can purchase the card directly from the Enel On Your Way app, in the section:
Account → Enel WayCard → Order new card
By entering your personal data, the card will arrive directly at your home based on the address indicated.
Once received, you can associate it with the app in a few seconds.
The cost of electric car charging on public land depends on the tariff plan subscribed.
In the case of a pay-per-use tariff (PPU Basic), the cost varies based on:
charging station power (Quick, Fast, Ultra Fast);
operator with which we are interoperable, which manages the station.
In the Enel On Your Way app you can see updated prices in real time in the detail tab of each charging point, both Enel and partner operators.
The pay-per-use charging cost is indicated in €/kWh before the session starts, so you can always choose the most convenient option.
In the case of subscription tariffs, the €/kWh cost will depend on the tariff and the conditions subscribed.
To consult the available tariffs, go to the section:
Electric mobility → Public charging, via the Enel.it website.
Consult the interactive map in the Enel On Your Way APP, which shows all the available charging stations, with:
power;
price;
real-time status;
distance.
You can filter by power, socket type, availability and roaming operators, and set your favourite charging stations so you always have them close at hand.
In some infrastructures, the booking function is available.
Where active, you will see the “Book” button directly on the charging station tab.
The booking blocks the socket for a limited time, indicated before confirmation.
It is possible to make the booking only in the case of subscription tariffs.
Enter the ZIP code of the residence for which you want to activate the offer and check if you're eligible. If the result is positive, you can proceed with the subscription.
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