Next Drive Smart in a nutshell.
Super low rates.
Get a 6.5p/kWh off-peak rate for your EV every night from midnight-6am. When you use smart charging, that same low rate also applies to your whole home.
No exit fees.
Switch anytime without penalties or hidden costs.
Smart charging.
Control your EV charging via our easy-to-use E.ON Next Home app, with Boost for flexibility.
Get started in four easy steps.
1Get a quote.
Get a quote and see if you’re eligible for the Next Drive Smart tariff.
2Switch and install the app.
Once switched, get the E.ON Next Home app, because smart energy starts here.
3Connect your car.
Think of us as your car’s PA, you choose when, we’ll handle the charging schedule.
4Charge & Save.
If we charge your car during the day, your whole home gets the same cheap 6.5p/kWh rate.
Eligibility requirements.
Next Drive Smart.
You have a smart meter already installed at home.
You own or lease a compatible EV. Check if your model is supported.
You have a EV charger installed at home. Make a note of the brand and model.
You can only connect and charge one EV with Next Drive Smart.
Once signed up, you'll need to download the E.ON Next Home app Android or iPhone iOS, in order to setup Smart Schedules.
E.ON Next Home app.
Next Drive Smart requires you to download our E.ON Next Home app. Here is what you can expect.
Your schedule all in one place. View your entire charging history and future plans at a glance.
Understand your energy use. See exactly when you're charging and how it affects your rates.
See your savings in real time. Receive overviews of how much savings you have made since joining.
Cut your charging costs.
Plug in, we take care of the rest. Automatically charge at the cheapest rate and cut your charging costs by up to 70%.2 Pick a time when you need your EV ready and how much charge you need, it's that simple.
Don’t just take our word for it.
See what our customers have to say…
When you need some help with your energy, our dedicated Energy Specialists will work hard to get it sorted. Here’s what some of our customers have to say.
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Frequently asked questions.
Is my EV supported?
We support a wide range of EVs! To see if your car is compatible, check our supported EV's.
To make the list easier to read, we don't always include every specific variant or model-year. For example, if you own a 2021 VW "Life" ID.3 Pro Performance, you should look for the VW ID.3 Pro Performance on the list.
Similarly, in the E.ON Next Home app a model year (e.g., 2021) should be interpreted as the minimum supported version for that car's platform.
If your EV isn't on the list yet, please check back soon! In the meantime, you can still explore our Next Drive tariff.
Is my charger supported?
Right now you can have any EV home charger, as long as you have a supported EV.
We are currently only offering connections directly via your car, but our team are working really hard to allow customers to connect directly via their charger. This will be helpful if you don’t have a supported vehicle. Please check back soon!
What are the smart meter requirements?
In order to be eligible for Next Drive Smart you must have a working smart meter, and we must be able to receive half hourly reads. If you don’t have a smart meter you can contact us to install one at your property.
Upon joining the tariff we must ensure we can connect to your smart meter:
If you are an existing E.ON Next customer, it can take up to 5 days to get you onto the Next Drive Smart tariff whilst we carry out some smart meter checks, if they are needed. You'll remain on your current tariff during this time.
If you are a new customer, it can take up to 2 weeks. You’ll remain on Next Flex during this time and our team will contact you once you are ready to switch to Next Drive Smart.
What if I have multiple EVs?
Right now we are only able to support one EV on the Next Drive Smart tariff. You will only be able to connect one vehicle in the E.ON Next Home app.
Pilot programme
By joining this pilot, you’ll play a crucial role in shaping this innovative new tariff with us.
While there may be some occasional hiccups, your feedback on what we can improve will help us refine it for the next generation of EV drivers.
How does smart charging work?
Our E.ON Next Home app automatically charges your car during times when electricity is cheapest. You simply set when you need your car ready between 4am and 11am, and what level of charge you want, and we’ll take care of the rest.
Please note if you fail to use the smart charging feature consistently, we have the right to remove you from the tariff. You can find out more information in the T&Cs.
How do I connect?
Once you’ve downloaded the E.ON Next Home app, please follow the steps in the app. If you need support, we have a dedicated help page for you. Check out our top tips to help you connect.
Why is my car manufacturer charging me a fee to enable smart charge?
We are aware that some car manufacturers charge a subscription fee to smart charge via their app. We are looking into this issue currently.
Soon we will be able to offer the ability to connect directly via your charger rather than your vehicle, which should remove this barrier.
Why has the app changed?
We are migrating all customers onto our new app, E.ON Next Home, where we will be able to offer an improved experience and customers will be able to see all of their solutions in one place.
The Next Connect app will be removed soon so please ensure you download our new app. Until we still offer support with our Next Connect app.
When are the off-peak times?
Whenever you schedule your car to charge using the E.ON Next Home app, your electricity will be billed at 6.5p per kWh - even if this is outside the off-peak window. On top of this you’ll get the regular off-peak hours between 12am and 6am, giving you the longest and cheapest off-peak window on the market.
What if I need to charge my car now?
If you need to override your current Next Connect charging schedule, you can do so using the “Boost” feature in the E.ON Next Home app.
If you do this during peak hours, you’ll be billed at the peak rate - any boost charges during off-peak hours will be billed at the off-peak rate.
Is there an exit fee?
No, there are no exit fees with Next Drive Smart. You can switch at any time.
I’m having issues
If you are having problems either downloading the E.ON Next Home app, or getting your car set up and connected, visit our dedicated help page.
If after visiting the help page you are still having issues connecting, then please email us at hi@eonnext.com.
If you are having issues with your smart meter we will do our best to resume connection to receive your half hourly readings. If we are unable to resolve the issue we may need to contact you to remove you from the tariff. You can find more information in our T&Cs.
Fixed off-peak rates, guaranteed.
Lock in our ultra low off-peak rate of 6.5p per kWh for a full 12 months. No surprises, just consistent savings.
The legal bit.
1 Compared to our Next Drive tariff. Off-peak rates on the Next Drive Smart tariff are fixed at 6.5p/kWh between 12am-6am daily, applying to EV charging and whole home electricity use. Smart meter with half hourly consent required. You must have an eligible electric vehicle and charger. If you do not boost charge, you will always be charged at off-peak rate of 6.5p/kWh. Any boost charges or charging without using the smart charging feature during peak hours will be billed at the peak rate of 27.924p/kWh. Information correct at time of send (9 May). Terms and conditions apply.
2 Tariff saving calculations assume an electric vehicle driving 8,000 miles a year at 3.33 miles per kilowatt, charging 6.5p /kWh in smart charging mode with Next Drive Smart; compared to charging at 26.349p/kWh (national average and will vary by region) standard variable tariff rate from 1 October 2025 which is equivalent to over £477 saved. T&Cs apply.
3 Off-peak rates on the Next Drive Smart tariff are fixed at 6.5p/kWh between 12am-6am daily, applying to EV charging and whole home electricity use. Smart meter with half hourly consent required. You must have an eligible electric vehicle and charger. If you do not boost charge, you will always be charged at off-peak rate of 6.5p/kWh. Any boost charges or charging without using the smart charging feature during peak hours will be billed at the peak rate of 27.924p/kWh. Information correct at time of send (9 May). Terms and conditions apply.