With electric vehicle (EV) ownership on the rise across Australia, more homeowners are looking for smarter, more sustainable ways to charge their cars. And what better way to do it than with the power of the sun?
If you already have solar panels—or are thinking of installing them—charging your EV directly from solar energy makes perfect sense. But not all EV chargers are created equal. To get the most out of your solar system, we recommend using a solar-diverting EV charger.
Here’s why they’re the best option.
Maximise Your Solar, Minimise Your Bills
A solar-diverting EV charger communicates with your solar inverter or smart meter and knows exactly when your system is generating excess solar power. Instead of feeding that excess back into the grid for a small feed-in tariff, it diverts the energy straight into your car.
This means more of your solar energy is used on-site—and less power is drawn from the grid. It’s a smarter way to charge and dramatically reduces your charging costs.
Smarter Charging, Automatically
Solar-diverting chargers offer flexibility. You can choose to charge from solar only, or switch to a mix of solar and grid when you need a faster top-up. Some systems even allow you to set charging windows, prioritise energy usage, and track performance via an app.
It’s set-and-forget technology that works with your lifestyle. The first option is to use a charger with the same company as your solar inverter. Fronius, Goodwe, Sungrow, Growatt and Solax are popular chargers. If your solar inverter company does not have a charger then we recommend the Englich made Hypervolt.
Future-Proof Your Energy Use
As your energy needs grow—whether it’s more solar, home batteries, or a second EV—solar-diverting chargers scale with you. They’re compatible with smart energy systems, making them a great investment in your home’s future energy setup.
A Perfect Match for Daytime Charging
If your EV is at home during the day—whether you work remotely, do school runs, or drive less overall—you can take full advantage of solar charging. Your charger will automatically direct solar energy to your vehicle, making the most of every sun-soaked hour.
Make the Most of Every Ray
Charging your EV from the sun isn’t just eco-friendly—it’s smart economics. With a solar-diverting charger, you’ll maximise your solar investment, lower your running costs, and enjoy clean, green motoring every day.
At UV Power, we install a range of solar-aware EV chargers tailored to your system and lifestyle. Want to learn more? Get in touch and we’ll help you charge the smart way—from the sun.