--- title: Charge Share Trial --- [![MotabilitySchemeÔÇöRGBÔÇöWhite](https://electric.motability.co.uk/hubfs/MotabilityScheme%C3%94%C3%87%C3%B6RGB%C3%94%C3%87%C3%B6White.svg "MotabilitySchemeÔÇöRGBÔÇöWhite")](https://motability.co.uk) # Charge Share Trial ## Powering journeys together ## ![_MGL1720-2_web_optimized](https://electric.motability.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/_MGL1720-2_web_optimized.jpg?width=1536&height=1024&name=_MGL1720-2_web_optimized.jpg) Charge Share is a new trial from the Motability Scheme. It helps Scheme customers with electric vehicles (EVs) share home charging with each other. If you have a home chargepoint, you can share it with other Scheme customers in your area and earn money when they charge. [Register your interest](https://electric.motability.co.uk/charge-share-host-registration?hsLang=en-gb) ## What could it mean for you? ### **If you have a home chargepoint** --- ![Community heart image](https://electric.motability.co.uk/hubfs/heart%20edit.svg "Community heart image") **Help other Scheme drivers** Public charging can be expensive. When you share your chargepoint, you could help another driver on the Scheme save money on every charge. ![Rewards image](https://electric.motability.co.uk/hubfs/%C2%A3%20edited.svg "Rewards image") **Earn money** You could earn over £300 a year1, just by sharing your chargepoint with other Scheme drivers when it suits you.                                                  ![Calendar image](https://electric.motability.co.uk/hubfs/calendar%20edit.svg "Calendar image") **Stay in control** You set when your chargepoint is available and choose which bookings to accept. It works completely around you.                                                      --- ### **An example of what you could earn** This example is based on sharing your chargepoint for eight hours each week for one year. What you earn will depend on how often your chargepoint is used, the price you pay for your energy and the rate you choose to charge your guest. This example uses the standard Ofgem unit rate for the price of the energy you use. If your energy rate is lower, then your earnings per session could be higher. ###### 1 EXAMPLE SCENARIO ### Sharing for 8 hours a week 7kW home chargepoint — 56 kWh charged by guest each week Price of energy you use 26p/kWh Rate you charge your guest 39p/kWh Your earnings per week approx. £7 Estimated earnings per year (after fees) over £300 Estimated earnings per year shown after 10% platform fee and 0.5% withdrawal fee . No platform fee applies for the trial period of six months. Based on 8 hours of charging each week for 52 weeks at a 7kW home chargeopoint. Actual earnings will vary. Booking and charger availability are not guaranteed. ![ev-1](https://electric.motability.co.uk/hubfs/ev-1.svg "ev-1") ## How to get started [Register your interest](https://electric.motability.co.uk/charge-share-host-registration?hsLang=en-gb) ## Frequently asked questions #### Joining the trial Am I eligible to take part? The Charge Share Trial is open to selected Motability Scheme customers who have an electric vehicle and a home chargepoint. If you’re interested in taking part, [register your interest](https://electric.motability.co.uk/charge-share-host-registration?hsLang=en-gb) and we will let you know if you're eligible. When can I get started? We’re starting the Charge Share Trial with a small number of customers in selected locations. This will help us learn before we invite more customers to take part. If you register your interest and meet the criteria, we’ll let you know when you can join. You might need to wait a while before we’re ready for you. When it’s time to join, we’ll send you everything you need to know, including how to download the trial app. How long does the trial last? Your trial period lasts for six months. During this time, you will not pay any platform fees to our third-party partner. After six months, you can continue using the service. Platform fees will then apply. Can I leave the trial at any time? Yes. Once you join the trial, you can leave at any time. Does it matter what energy tariff I’m on? Yes. Most energy tariffs work with the trial. But you cannot take part if your energy supplier controls when your car charges as part of your tariff. You can take part if you control when your car charges yourself. If you’re not sure who controls your charging, contact your energy supplier. How do I know if my energy tariff is eligible for the trial? **Your tariff is eligible if your energy supplier does not control when your car charges.** All standard or fixed rate energy tariffs are eligible. Check your tariff name against the table below. This isn't a complete list - it includes some common tariffs used by EV drivers. | Tariff | Eligible? | | --- | --- | | **Octopus Energy** – Octopus Go | ✓  Yes | | **Octopus Energy** – Intelligent Octopus Go | ✗  No | | **E.ON Next** – Next Drive | ✓  Yes | | **E.ON Next** – Next Drive Smart | ✗  No | | **Scottish Power** – EV Saver | ✓  Yes | | **Scottish Power** – EV Optimise | ✗  No | | **EDF** – GoElectric Overnight | ✓  Yes | | **British Gas** – EV Power | ✓  Yes | | **Good Energy** – Fixed EV Tariff | ✓  Yes | | **OVO Energy** – OVO Charge Anytime | ✗  No |   Be careful: some tariff names are very similar. The easiest way to check your tariff is to look in your online energy account or on a recent energy bill. If your tariff is not listed, or you're unsure, contact your energy supplier and ask whether they control when your car charges. If they do, your tariff is not currently eligible for the trial. #### Staying in control Am I only sharing my chargepoint with Motability Scheme customers? Yes. Your chargepoint will only be visible to other Motability Scheme customers using the trial app, including any named drivers on their lease. Only Motability Scheme customers taking part in the trial will be able to view and book your chargepoint. In the future, we may give you the option to make your chargepoint visible to other app users who are not part of the Motability Scheme trial. If we do, we’ll let you know first and you’ll be able to choose whether to make your chargepoint available. Am I in control of when my chargepoint is used? Yes. You decide when your chargepoint is available and which bookings to accept. It works around you and your routine. Can I still use my chargepoint or vehicle app during the trial? Yes, you can keep using your chargepoint or vehicle app throughout the trial. You will just need to decide who is in charge of your charging schedule: • Your chargepoint or vehicle app keeps control, and charges your car as it does now • The trial app takes control, and charges your car at the times you set Either way, you can still open your chargepoint or vehicle app anytime to check things like usage, status, or how it works with solar. #### You and your guests Do I have to be at home when my guest charges? No. Guests can charge without you being there. You decide when your chargepoint is available, so you can choose to only accept bookings when you’re at home if you prefer. We do recommend being there for a guest’s first booking. It’s a good chance to make sure everything is working as expected and can help both of you feel more comfortable. How do I know who is coming to use my chargepoint? Before you accept a booking, you’ll be able to see the guest’s name, profile photo if they have one, their requested booking times, and whether they’re a Motability Scheme customer. Once you accept a booking, you’ll also be able to contact them by phone or SMS. What will guests be able to see about me? Guests will be able to see: • Your name • Your profile photo, if you’ve added one • The location of your chargepoint • When your chargepoint is available Only other Motability Scheme customers can see that you are a Scheme customer. If you have any accessibility requirements you’d like people to know about, you can share these when you list your chargepoint in the app. What if something gets damaged? The Motability Scheme provides insurance cover for your Motability Scheme car or Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV), together with Direct Line Motability (DLM). Trial participants should refer to both their motor insurance cover and their home insurance policy given to you by your own home insurance provider, to understand the full details of what’s covered and what’s not, if something happens. You can find details about your motor insurance cover or see a copy of your documents at any time by visiting your online account: [**Motability Scheme online account**](https://myaccount.motabilityoperations.co.uk/insurance) You must contact your home insurance provider directly to see exactly what you’re covered for. #### Getting paid How will I be paid for the electricity my guest uses? You choose how much to charge for electricity when you list your chargepoint. You can charge up to 50p per kWh. We suggest setting a rate that covers your electricity costs and is fair for both you and the guest. But the final choice is yours. When a guest charges their vehicle, the app measures exactly how much electricity they use and charges them automatically. You do not need to calculate anything or chase payments. Your earnings go into your app wallet. You can transfer the money to your bank account whenever your balance reaches £5. Will I have to pay any fees to use the service? You will not pay any platform fees during the first six months of using the service. There is still a 0.5% withdrawal fee each time you transfer money from your app wallet to your bank account. This fee goes to the payment provider that processes the transfer. After six months, platform fees will apply if you choose to keep sharing your chargepoint with other users. The app provider will take a 10% fee from your earnings for each booking. Do I need to pay tax on what I earn? Money you receive from sharing your chargepoint may be taxable. Your tax position will depend on your individual circumstances. You are responsible for keeping appropriate records and checking whether you need to notify HM Revenue & Customs or complete a tax return. Further information is available on [GOV.UK](http://gov.uk/) , or you can contact HMRC or an independent tax adviser. Will this impact my allowance? Income from sharing your chargepoint will not affect the amount of Personal Independence Payment you receive, because PIP is not affected by income or savings. It may, however, affect means-tested benefits or other financial support, depending on your individual circumstances. For example, earnings from employment or self-employment can be taken into account for Universal Credit and Pension Credit, and you may need to report the income to the relevant benefit authority. Before taking part, you should check the rules for each benefit or type of support you receive. You can do this through your Universal Credit account, by contacting the relevant benefit office, by checking [GOV.UK](http://gov.uk/) or by speaking to an independent benefits adviser. ## Let us know you're interested [Register your interest](https://electric.motability.co.uk/charge-share-host-registration?hsLang=en-gb) ## Any more questions? If you have any more questions or would like a call to discuss the trial further, get in touch with our team at [innovation@motabilityoperations.co.uk](mailto:innovation@motabilityoperations.co.uk)  The Motability Scheme is run by [Motability Operations Ltd](https://www.mo.co.uk/), under a contract to [Motability](https://www.motabilityfoundation.org.uk/), a registered charity. Motability Operations Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority under reference number 735390. 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