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With rising cost of living pressures becoming a very real part of life, saving on the bottom-line of your energy costs has arguably never felt more important. The ongoing running cost of your EV is no exception. With Origin EV Power Up<\/a>, here\u2019s how you can shave some of the cost off your energy bill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There’s charging your EV and then there’s Powering Up your EV<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re reading this, you probably have an electric vehicle (EV). Maybe you bought it because you thought it was cool (they are) or because you wanted to reduce your carbon footprint (they can help too<\/a>). Or maybe you were just tired of being held upside down by your ankles at the service station and watching all the money drain out of your pockets and into the tank.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If it\u2019s the latter, this article will be particularly relevant, but no matter what reason you have for owning, or wanting to own, an EV, you’ll most certainly want to make the most out of it financially. And that\u2019s where Origin EV Power Up<\/a> comes in. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Getting more bang for your EV buck<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Just like petrol prices move up and down due to supply and demand, electricity prices also fluctuate, and the price of charging your vehicle can vary. We all know charging your EV<\/a> is cheaper than filling up a tank with petrol, but the advantages of an EV charge<\/a> can go even further. Imagine a world where you could fill your car with petrol, at the same great rate, each time you visit the bowser. Well, with a Tesla EV and Origin EV Power Up<\/a>, that kind of thinking is a reality.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Origin EV Power Up works<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

By using smart tech in the Origin app<\/a>, Origin EV Power Up<\/a> ensures your Tesla has access to a lean 8c\/kWh electricity rate^. All you\u2019ll need is the Origin app<\/a>, a residential Origin electricity plan and your Tesla. Simply pair your Tesla via the app<\/a>, set the time you need your car\u2019s charge to be completed by, then plug in and save.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conveniently, EV Power Up<\/a> uses the same charging cable you\u2019re already using at home, and you don\u2019t need to change your Origin energy plan<\/a>. The only change you\u2019ll need to make is ensuring your compatible EV is plugged in whenever possible when you\u2019re at home, and that you\u2019ve set your charge-ready time.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019re probably thinking, where\u2019s the catch? What will happen if I charge during peak times while using EV Power Up<\/a>? Great question, we\u2019re glad you asked! Origin EV Power Up<\/a> works by finding low-cost energy to charge your Tesla EV, like when there\u2019s excess solar<\/a> during the day or when demand is lower overnight, and avoids charging during peak demand times, when energy is usually at its most expensive (and sourced from gas and coal). If you do need to charge during peak times, we offer an \u2018Instant Charge\u2019 feature, but more on that shortly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, when should I charge?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re at home, for EV Power Up<\/a> to work at its fullest potential, you should have your EV plugged in as much as possible. This allows us to find cheaper energy, which can include renewable sources, and ensure your EV has enough time to charge. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Peak times<\/a> typically fall from 5pm to 9pm \u2013 although other events, like weather patterns, can influence when a peak period takes place. In most cases though, there\u2019s no need to dust off the crystal ball to foresee electricity prices, all you have to do is ensure your EV\u2019s plugged in at home, and make sure you\u2019ve set a charge-ready time with enough time left in non-peak hours to complete your charge. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What if I need urgent access to my EV?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

No problem, you can still use the Instant Charge feature whenever you want with a schedule override feature. Instant Charge means we\u2019ll start to charge your EV straight away. The only trade-off? You won\u2019t receive the Origin EV Power Up<\/a> 8c\/kWh charge rate for that session, you’ll be charged at the standard rate on your energy plan. With EV Power Up<\/a>, you still have complete control of your charge using the Origin app<\/a> \u2014 our app also offers usage data to help you tweak your habits for optimal efficiency. Helping you charge smarter and cheaper.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How will my billing work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

By now you\u2019re probably wondering exactly how<\/em> you pay less per month than before. Initially, you’ll be charged the same amount as you\u2019d normally pay on your energy plan<\/a>. We\u2019ll then apply a monthly credit to your bill based on the amount of electricity used to charge your EV<\/a> using Origin EV Power Up<\/a>. This amount is calculated using charging data from your EV.  The credit applied means you\u2019ll only be charged 8c\/kWh for any scheduled EV charging<\/a> through Origin EV Power Up<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, ‘watt’ next?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Ready to take control of your EV charging<\/a>? Link your car, set your charge-ready time, and power up your savings with Origin EV Power Up<\/a>. Be one of the first to experience the future of EV charging<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Disclaimers<\/h3>
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#Currently, only Tesla vehicles are eligible for Origin EV Power Up, but we are working on supporting more EV manufacturers. Supported Tesla vehicles include: Model S, Model X, Model 3, Model Y. Residential addresses with life support dependency and controlled load functionality are ineligible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

^Usage charges will initially be charged in accordance with your energy plan, we\u2019ll then apply a monthly credit to your bill based on the charging data reported from your vehicle during the previous month for scheduled charging sessions managed by Origin EV Power Up. The credit applied will mean you\u2019ll only be charged 8c\/kWh for any scheduled EV charging through Origin EV Power Up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

*Based on a continuous electricity charge rate of 8c\/kWh powering a Tesla Model Y with a useable 57.5 kWh battery. The estimated cost is $4.60 to charge a Tesla Model Y (RWD) from zero charge to full capacity with Origin EV Power Up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

^How we calculate annual car travel cost estimates<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The vehicles used for cost comparisons: Tesla Model Y (RWD) and Mazda CX-5 MAXX. Prices and costs are correct at December, 2023. We calculate the estimated cost by multiplying the electricity needed to charge the EV across the full 12,100km distance (57.5k kWh useable battery for the Tesla Model Y) by the cents per kWh charge for each charging method. We calculate the estimated petrol cost (56 litre fuel capacity for the Mazda CX-5) by multiplying the petrol needed to travel the full 12,100km at an average rate of $2 inc. GST per litre. <\/p>\n\n\n\n