This is everything you need to know if you’re a couple that values sustainability and want to make the switch to an EV to help the environment.
09 Jan 2026
6 min read
You fell in love with each other, and now you’ve fallen in love with the idea of electric vehicles. Who can blame you? Not us! So, where do you begin? Well, like the start of any budding new relationship, you’ll want to learn everything you can about them before making the joint-decision to buy an EV.
Whilst it may not be as big a commitment as spending the rest of your life with someone, making the switch to an electric car is still a big deal. Fortunately, it doesn’t mean that big of a lifestyle shift, and there are plenty of things you can do together to make navigating the change easy, stress-free, and cost-effective.
Electric cars are becoming increasingly popular, and frequently seen, on roads in the UK, with recent Zapmap data reporting over 1.5 million fully battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) being driven in the country as of June 2025. This alone suggests that all drivers, no doubt including couples, are adopting electric cars and making the switch.
Due to their lack of tailpipe emissions and ability to charge using green energy sources, electric vehicles are excellent choices for couples who want to reduce the environmental impact of their driving, whilst also helping them to save money, all without disrupting their regular routines. They also make long-distance trips more convenient and comfortable for couples on holiday or heading to events like festivals.
One of the biggest differences between electric cars and internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles that use petrol or diesel is that EVs can be considered as not just a method of transport, but also a lifestyle choice.
Historically, people would get a car purely to transport themselves from A to B. In other words, they were considered a practical means of moving things around. The fuel it used, whether petrol or diesel, was just that; fuel to power the car. Which one you picked was mainly determined by driving distance, with drivers making regular long drives preferring diesel for its fuel economy, whilst the everyday driver went with petrol.
With the advent of electric cars, drivers are now able to make a conscious choice to not only get themselves moving around in personal transport – as opposed to using public transport - in a way that doesn’t harm the planet. In other words, switching from an ICE car to an EV is a conscious lifestyle choice that many drivers are embracing.
Couples in particular who hold shared values around living sustainably are drawn to the appeal of electric cars as they offer an environmentally-friendly means of transport. Instead of having to potentially compromise on their ability to get around by not driving at all in a bid to reduce their carbon footprints, couples can now instead switch to an EV and retain that freedom to drive without polluting as they do it.
If you’ve decided together that now is the perfect time to buy an electric vehicle together, firstly, congratulations! But before you make the commitment, it’s worth doing your homework to make sure you do it the right way, starting with...
When buying any car, it’s important to fully plan and budget for every possible expense, as there’s a lot that comes into it. This is doubly the case for electric vehicles, as you’ll need to consider not just the cost of the car itself, but also how much charging will cost you (whether you plan to charge exclusively at home, in public, or a mixture of both), how frequently you expect to need to charge, how much extra accessories you might need will cost (like spare cables), how much its maintenance will cost (it should be less than an equivalent ICE car) and how much it will cost to install an dedicated home charger if you can get one.
Tip: you can get our award-winning Solo 3S home charging system will a full lifetime warranty, low-cost smart charging and up to 7,500 miles paid for with our all-inclusive Pod Drive charging subscription for just £40 a month and a one-off £99 joining fee.
When there are two people involved, choosing a car can be a little trickier, especially if you have different requirements, such as from your work or hobbies. This means you might have different priorities, such as boot space, driving range and battery size, level of onboard technology, number of seats, performance, charging speeds, or even different aesthetic tastes.
Fortunately, there are loads of different types of electric cars for couples to pick from, including SUVs, compact cars, and everything in between, so it’s unlikely you won’t find a car that ticks all your respective boxes. It can help to make a list of each of your essentials, as you’ll then have something to focus on when browsing.
Tip: we have an in-depth section dedicated to information about all the different electric vehicle makes and models currently on the market. This includes how long it takes and how much it costs to charge, its driving range, and more, which should help get you started.
If you both have the exact same routine, you shouldn’t have any problems fitting an EV into your schedule. But if you have different work/life patterns, you may need to put a little bit more thought into it.
Charging an EV is really easy, and there are plenty of options when it comes to when and how you charge. Overnight charging is perhaps the easiest and is perfect for couples who have to get up early to go to work as it’ll ensure you always wake up to a fully charged car. But if one of you works overnight shifts and needs the car, this may not be an option for you, and you could miss out on cheaper overnight charging if you’re on a dual-rate tariff. That said, there’s nothing wrong with charging during the day; if it works for you, then go for it.
Alternatively, the UK’s public charging infrastructure is growing every day, with more public charging stations added to the network all the time. Accessing public chargers is usually a case of downloading an associated app and then simply plugging in, so if you can’t charge at home or find a charging pattern at home that works for both your schedules, you should still be able to charge on the go. Your workplace might even offer charging as an employee perk!
Tip: a nifty feature of smart home chargers like our Solo 3S is the ability to create a customised charging schedule. Simply choose when you want the car to charge and plug it in and the charger will take care of the rest. This way, if you’re both sharing the car but need it at different times, you can set a charging schedule that still works for the both of you. Find out more about the Solo 3S here.
Whether you’re an electric car couple or planning to make the switch soon, here are some ideas to hopefully inspire dates you can go on with your EV:
Switching to an EV can be a great way for eco-conscious couples to take their sustainability and love-filled lives to the next level. If you’re gearing up to make the switch, check out our guide on preparing your home for your EV charger installation. Alternative, you might find our complete guide to EV charging costs useful to help you plan your budget.
