Ohme trial with 20,000 EV owners tests demand flexibility for cheaper charging

Smart charging firm Ohme ran an energy trial involving 20,000 electric vehicle owners who left their cars plugged in to test demand flexibility, according to This is Money. The trial explored how managed charging schedules could reduce costs for drivers by shifting load to off peak periods. Results aim to inform future tariff structures and grid balancing strategies in the UK market.

Why it matters: Large scale demand flexibility trials provide data that charge point operators and energy suppliers need to design cheaper time of use tariffs and optimise grid services. Demonstrating consumer willingness to stay plugged in supports business cases for smart charging infrastructure and vehicle to grid investments.