Question 1

How much does it cost to charge an EV at home?

Accepted Answer

At a spot price of 50 øre/kWh, a full charge (~60 kWh) costs about 30 NOK. At higher prices (150 øre/kWh) it costs about 90 NOK. Night charging is almost always cheapest.

Question 2

When is the cheapest time to charge?

Accepted Answer

Between 23:00-06:00 electricity is almost always cheapest. Avoid 07:00-09:00 and 16:00-19:00 — these are the most expensive hours.

Question 3

How much electricity does an EV use per 10 km?

Accepted Answer

A typical EV uses about 1.5-2.0 kWh per 10 km (15-20 kWh/100 km). In winter, consumption can increase by 30-50% due to heating and cold weather.

Question 4

Does EV charging affect my grid fee tier?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a home charger at 7.4 kW can push you up a capacity tier. Charge at lower power (3.6 kW) or use smart charging that distributes the load.

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