EDF electric car tariff 2026: GoElectric 35 explained.

EDF GoElectric 35 is a dedicated EV electricity tariff from EDF Energy. It works like a standard variable tariff for most of the day, but adds a significantly cheaper overnight unit rate for EV drivers who charge at home during off-peak hours.

The “35” in the name refers to EDF's commitment to supply 35% renewable electricity to customers on this tariff. It is not related to the rate or the number of off-peak hours.

For drivers who are already with EDF and do not want to change supplier, GoElectric 35 is a straightforward way to cut overnight charging costs without any friction. The saving compared to charging on the standard rate is significant even if the overnight rate is slightly higher than the cheapest alternatives on the market.

EDF GoElectric 35 offers an overnight unit rate of around 9p/kWh, compared to the standard Ofgem price cap rate of approximately 24.5p/kWh. The off-peak window is typically overnight, in line with other EV tariffs, though the exact hours are defined in your tariff terms and may vary by region.

To put the saving in context: a driver covering 15,000 miles per year in a typical EV (around 3.5 miles per kWh) uses roughly 4,286 kWh for home charging annually. At the standard rate that is around £1,050 per year. On GoElectric 35 at 9p/kWh, the same mileage costs around £386. The annual saving is approximately £664.

The day rate on GoElectric 35 is broadly in line with the Ofgem price cap. EV tariffs typically trade a lower overnight rate for a slightly adjusted day rate, so if your household uses a lot of electricity during peak hours, check the full rate card before switching.

EDF GoElectric 35 requires a smart meter. The smart meter lets EDF verify when you are drawing electricity and apply the correct rate: cheaper overnight, standard during the day.

If you do not have a smart meter, EDF will arrange a free installation before activating the tariff. Installation typically takes one to two hours and your electricity supply is only interrupted briefly. There is no charge for the meter itself or the installation.

First-generation smart meters (SMETS1) installed before 2018 sometimes lose their smart functionality when you switch supplier. If you have an older meter and you are switching to EDF from another supplier, confirm with EDF that your meter is compatible before completing the switch.

1. 01
   Check your current contract

   If you are on a fixed-rate tariff, check whether there are exit fees before switching. Most variable-rate tariffs have no exit fees.
2. 02
   Confirm you have a compatible smart meter

   Log in to your EDF account or call EDF to confirm your meter is smart and compatible. If not, request a free upgrade.
3. 03
   Apply for GoElectric 35 through your EDF account

   Existing EDF customers can switch to GoElectric 35 through the EDF website or app. The switch usually completes within 7 to 14 days.
4. 04
   Set your charger to the off-peak window

   Once your tariff is live, configure your charger or car to run within the overnight off-peak window. Check your tariff confirmation letter for the exact hours.
5. 05
   Check your first bill

   Verify that the overnight rate is appearing correctly on your first bill. If anything looks wrong, contact EDF directly.

EDF GoElectric 35 works with any smart home EV charger that supports scheduled charging. You do not need a specific brand or model. The charger simply needs to be able to start and stop at a set time, which all modern smart chargers can do.

Recommended options:

• Pod Point Solo 3: reliable and straightforward. Use the Pod Point app to set a charging schedule within the off-peak window.
• Ohme Home Pro: integrates with multiple tariff providers and can automatically optimise charging around cheap windows. Works well with GoElectric 35.
• Zappi: best if you have solar panels. Set to Eco mode during the day for solar divert, then to scheduled overnight charging for the cheap tariff window.

If you have not yet had a home charger installed, see our guide to the best home EV chargers for a full comparison, or our home EV charger cost guide to understand what installation typically costs.