Save on every drive with SmartCharge

Exclusive to Hive EV Charging and British Gas customers, SmartCharge automatically schedules your charging during cheaper, greener times. And when you pair it with the British Gas EV Driver tariff, it’s the cheapest way to charge in the UK.¹

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Get the UK’s cheapest charging with the Electric Driver tariff

When combined with the British Gas Electric Driver tariff, SmartCharge can give you the UK’s lowest charging rate: less than 4p per KWh. And you’ll get cheap overnight electricity for your whole home too. So if you’ve already got Hive EV Charging and a working smart meter, switch today and start saving.

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Unlock the benefits in 3 simple steps

You’ll need all of these things to get access to SmartCharge. But once it’s unlocked, just head to the Schedule page within the Hive app to turn it on. Then it’ll keep saving you money on every charge.

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Any British Gas tariff

Or save more with their Electric Driver tariff

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They’re easy to use and you won’t pay a penny to upgrade

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Still looking for your EV charger?

Get intelligent scheduling, easy-to-use controls and expert installation with Hive EV Charging. Then pair it with any British Gas tariff and we’ll pay back 100% of your charging costs for a whole year with FreeCharge. New customers only.²

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Introducing FreeCharge

Free charging for a whole year? You bet. Get Hive EV Charging today and drive ahead for a whole lot less. New customers only.

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Which EV is right for me?

Want to switch to an electric car, but not sure where to start? Read our jargon-free guide to all things EV and find the one that works for you.

SmartCharge is only available for customers with a Hive EV Charger and a British Gas Electricity Tariff and Smart Meter. Please read our Hive SmartCharge Terms & Conditions.

FreeCharge is only available for customers with a Hive EV Charger and a British Gas Electricity Tariff and Smart Meter. Maximum consumption limits apply. Please read our FreeCharge Terms & Conditions and FAQs.