Perrys has struck up a new partnership which will see Ohme become its official electric vehicle (EV) charger provider – offering customers access to cheaper tariffs from of-peak energy rates.
Under the new agreement the AM100 car retailer will recommend Ohme chargers for all of its new and used electrified vehicle customers and see a Home Pro charger unit introduced into each of its 51 dealerships for customers to view.
The move follows Vauxhall’s tie-up with the EV home charging specialist as part of its Plug & Go electric vehicle (EV) charging package offered through Octopus Energy.
Perrys managing director Darren Ardron said: “We considered many potential charging partners and it was clear to us that Ohme’s dynamic smart charging capability, award-winning products and excellent customer service made it the obvious choice for Perrys.
“With EVs accounting for a fifth of all our new car sales across the whole group, we’re outperforming the UK-wide car market, showing that it’s a fast-growing part of the business.”
Its charger technology can connect with the National Grid in real time and adjust charging times for drivers to take advantage of all the times of low-price charging with off-peak tariffs.
Ohme claims that a full charge on a Vauxhall Mokka Electric on a smart off-peak tariff such as Octopus Intelligent could cost just £5 for a driving range of 209 miles (WLTP).
Chief executive David Watson said: “Our partnership with Perrys underlines Ohme’s position as one of the UK’s fastest-growing charging companies.
“Like Ohme, Perrys has a strong reputation for exceptional customer care and service and we’re looking forward to working together to give its customers a seamless charging experience with reduced running costs. Together Ohme and Perrys are giving drivers greater control to get more from their EVs.”