Exploring Europe in your EV this summer? It’s easier than ever!
Planning a summer road trip in your EV? With over 1 million public charging points across Europe and longer ranges than ever, hitting the road in an EV is no longer about compromise – it’s about freedom and opportunity. Roaming between charging networks has never been easier, but a smooth journey still comes down to a few smart choices. This guide will help you plan, optimise, and power your perfect electric adventure.
Why you should travel Europe in your electric car
With rising fuel prices and a growing focus on sustainable travel, electric road trips are fast becoming the smart choice. Here’s what makes driving electric so appealing:
- Eco-friendly travel: You’re not just exploring – you’re helping create a cleaner future. Every kilometre in an EV helps reduce noise and air pollution compared to driving a fuel-powered car.
- Lower travel costs: Electricity is cheaper than petrol or diesel, making it easier to stick to a budget. Fewer moving parts in an EV also mean lower maintenance costs.
- Access to low-emission zones: Many European city centres restrict fossil fuel cars, but EVs are welcome - giving you access to historic districts and attractions.
- Modern comfort: Today’s EVs offer smart navigation, advanced climate control and top-notch safety features, making long journeys smoother and more enjoyable.
- Family-friendly driving: Quieter, smoother rides can mean less motion sickness and a more comfortable trip for everyone on board.
Whether you’re heading north through Denmark or down towards Italy, Spirii Go is here to power your summer adventure. Find more tips for planning the perfect electric road trip:
Do's and don'ts when roaming in your EV
Planning a summer road trip with your EV starts with a few smart choices. Here are the key dos and don’ts to keep in mind for a smooth journey:
✅ Do: Plan your charging stops ahead of time
Use a reliable roaming app (like Spirii Go) to map out your route, check charger availability, and compare prices before you hit the road. This helps you avoid unnecessary detours and ensures you charge where it makes the most sense.
✅ Do: Make use of large roaming networks
Look for apps or providers that give you access to hundreds of thousands of charge points across borders.
✅ Do: Keep your payment options ready
Thanks to AFIR regulations, Ultra-fast DC chargers across Europe must now offer credit card payment. But a roaming app can make transactions even easier and help you track your charging costs.
❌ Don’t: Rely solely on one provider’s closed charging network
Not all networks participate in roaming. If you depend on a single provider’s app, you might find yourself stuck when you need a top-up.
❌ Don’t: Wait until your battery is too low to start looking for a charger
Especially in peak season, chargers can get busy. Top up when you can – not just when you have to.
❌ Don’t: Assume all charging prices are the same
Prices can vary between networks, locations and app providers. Compare prices in advance and avoid costly surprises.
Note: Not all charging networks support roaming. Some charge point owners or operators choose to make their public networks accessible only through their own app, RFID card, or direct credit card payment.
⚡ The bottom line? A little preparation goes a long way.
With the right tools and mindset, your summer EV trip can be cost-effective, comfortable, and stress-free.
How to navigate multiple charging networks
Your access to different charging networks depends on your eMobility service provider (charging app). With Spirii Go, you can use not only Spirii’s partner network but also a large roaming network that connects you to hundreds of charge point operators across Europe – all in one app.
EV roaming works a bit like mobile phone roaming – but for charging your car. Instead of juggling multiple apps, cards or memberships in different countries, Spirii Go lets you charge and pay seamlessly across networks.
Read more about roaming here: EV Roaming: The A-B-C for EV Drivers
Why choose Spirii Go for EV roaming?
- Ultimate flexibility – Access 600,000+ charge points from different networks without switching apps or signing up repeatedly.
- Plan ahead – Easily compare charging prices across networks.
- Seamless experience – One app for station search, navigation, filtering and secure payments.
- High-power charging – Access to DC chargers (150–400 kW) on major routes and in cities.
- Real-time info – See live charger availability and pricing before you plug in, so you can choose the most cost-effective option at each stop.
- 24/7 support from real people – Anytime, anywhere.
- Simple, secure payments – With options like credit card, MobilePay and Apple Pay.
- Easy tracking – Monitor your charging consumption and spend.
With Spirii Go, you can drive confidently across 37 countries in Europe – all with one app.
Discover more about Spirii Go: Spirii Go for EV drivers
Spirii’s strong European partner & roaming networks:
Through partnerships with leading European charging networks, Spirii gives EV drivers easy access to over 600,000 charge points. Here’s an overview of the networks you can use with Spirii Go – along with travel ideas, key charging network partners, and useful country-specific insights.
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