Save 80% on Electric Car Chargers with MOVES III (Ends July 2024)

Tired of struggling to find charging stations on the Costa del Sol?

In Malaga city you can only charge in paid parking lots or at private residences. Lidl offers free charging at 10kW. But it cuts out after 30 minutes.

Inland? Good luck finding a station.

Waiting hours to charge your electric car from home it’s not ideal either.

So imagine this…

What if you could save up to 80% on the installation of an electric car charger for your home?

This is possible via the MOVES III subsidy in Andalucía.

But it ends on July 31st!

In this post, you can learn all you need to know about electric car chargers, the MOVES III subsidy and how to charge your car with electricity from solar panels.

How Much Could You Save with the MOVES III Subsidy?

Get an estimation on your eligibility for the MOVES III subsidy by answering the questions below.

In 60 seconds you’ll see the maximum you could save.

Ubora Solar is partnered with Alfen to supply high-quality electric car chargers in Andalucía. But we also supply Wallbox car chargers depending the requests of each client. The chargers comes with their own app which allows you to monitor and scheduling when you want to charge your car.

How much does an electric car charger cost?

The cost of an electric car charger in Spain is between €600-1,000 according to technology news site Xataka.

You can get a Lidl-branded charging cable for as little as €300.

But the costs for a high-quality car charger can reach as high as €2,000.

Some of the features of more expensive car chargers include:

Faster charging times
Greater reliability
Ability to charge multiple vehicles at once
Remote scheduling and monitoring (via an app)Functionality to charge on solar electricity and avoid
grid consumption

How much can I get back with the MOVES III subsidy?

You can get up to 80% back on your car charger installation via the MOVES III subsidy in Andalucia.

The amount depends on the size of the municipality where you live.

Here’s how it works:

Municipalities with <5,000 inhabitants = 80% back
Municipalities with >5,000 inhabitants = 70% back

The subsidy applies to both the car charger and the costs of installation.

For example, one of our recent clients in Marbella received a subsidy of €2,000 on their installation of a Wallbox electric car charger with us.

But be aware….

The Moves III subsidy is due to end on 31st July 2024!

There are specific requirements to be able to access this subsidy if you’re interested in applying before the deadline.

We’ve put these requirements into an automated online calculator.

Click below to see your eligibility.

How Much Could You Save with the MOVES III Subsidy?

Get an estimation on your eligibility for the MOVES III subsidy by answering the questions below.

In 60 seconds you’ll see the maximum you could save.

Ubora Solar is one of few companies in Andalucía authorised to apply for the MOVES III subsidy on behalf of our clients. To check if a company is registered with the MOVES programme in Andalucia you can click here.

How long does it take to receive the subsidy?

You may have heard complaints that subsidies for solar panels in Spain take 1-2 years or more to arrive.

In many cases, homeowners are yet to receive the subsidy.

So what about electric car chargers?

Official guidelines say you should receive your subsidy within 12 months.

When a journalist from Spanish newspaper El Español installed a car charger at his home, it took him 8 months to receive a subsidy worth €960.

Pros and cons of car charger vs plug socket

Electric car charger

Advantages:

Faster charging speed: An electric charger can charge an electric car much faster than a regular socket because it’s designed to handle higher charging power.
Safety: Electric car chargers are designed to be safe and reliable at all times.
Convenience: With a car charger you don’t need to have a socket close to the car to charge it. Additionally, some models can be controlled via an app, allowing you to schedule charging and have better control over it.
Durability: Electric car chargers are usually designed to withstand extreme conditions of heat, cold and humidity, making them durable and resistant.

Disadvantages:

Cost: Electric car chargers can be more expensive than a simple power outlet. But in the long-run this can be cost-effective (especially if you get the Moves III subsidy).
Installation: Unlike a regular socket the installation of an electric car charger requires professional help to ensure safety and proper functioning. (The Moves III subsidy covers installation costs too.)

Plug socket

Advantages:

Availability: Any electrical socket is sufficient to charge an electric car. You can charge it anywhere there is a power outlet.
Cost: The electricity cost to charge an electric car with a regular socket can be cheaper than using a charger. (Unless you have solar panels.)

Disadvantages:

Charging speed: Regular sockets are not designed to handle the power needed to charge an electric car quickly. So the charging process can be slower.
Safety: Regular sockets are not designed to handle the power needed to charge an electric car safely and efficiently. Additionally, if the socket or electrical installation is not in good condition there is a risk of short circuits or fires.
Convenience: Having to connect the electric car to a regular socket may require you to park the car close to a power outlet, which can limit your charging options.

One of our recent clients in Marbella installed 32 solar panels, a Sonnen battery and a Wallbox electric car charger. He received a €2,000 subsidy via MOVES III and with other incentives is on track to break even on his installation costs in 3-4 years.

Can you power a car charger with solar panels?

Yes.

Solar panels (with a solar inverter) convert the sun’s energy into electricity that feeds directly into your home. Solar electricity powers anything you can plug into the wall – including a high-power electric car charger.

Only one question remains…

Can you avoid using electricity from the grid?

There are two situations where solar panels can’t provide 100% of electricity needed:

At dawn, dusk or night time
During the day when electricity demand exceeds supply

You can solve the first situation with a solar battery. You can charge your solar battery during the day and then use this to charge your electric car at night.

The second situation is solved by having enough solar panels to cover electricity demand.

If you don’t solve these two situations then you won’t be able to charge your car for ‘free’ using solar energy.

Ubora has installed electric car chargers in residential homes, in public car parks and in underfloor garages. See one of our recent installations in Benalmádena, Costa del Sol.

How much does a solar installation + electric car charger cost?

The price of a small (4-5 kWp) solar energy system in Spain is under €6000 according to Selectra.

This system is appropriate for homeowners paying around €80-140 a month on electricity.

But is this enough to power an electric car charger?

Probably not.

So how much would this kind of installation cost?

It’s hard to give an accurate answer without knowing individual details of your electricity consumption, contracted capacity, roof space, orientation, shading and more.

If you like you can request a personalised study below.

The study will help you understand:

The cost of a solar installation + electric car charger
The estimated monthly & annual savings
The estimated break even
The estimated value of solar incentives (such as MOVES III)
The guarantees, insurance and monitoring available through Ubora

Just click below to get a personalised study.

An Ubora technician will get in touch to request a recent electricity bill and details about your property, consumption habits and any equipment you’re interested in.

You’ll then get an 11-page report to look over.