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21/05/2026

Energy Quiz Answer ⚡️
Charging overnight at home

Shifting your charging routine to the night-time is the easiest way to lower your living costs. Here is how the options stack up for your wallet and the UK grid:

✅ Charging overnight at home: This is the best financial move. Charging during off-peak hours gives you access to ultra-low electricity rates, saving up to 70% on your energy bills while taking pressure off the grid.

❌ Precondition battery on grid: This is excellent for maximizing your driving range in winter. However, it pulls extra electricity from your home to warm the car, shifting when you use energy rather than reducing your bill.

❌ Charge to 100% daily: Capping your daily charge at 80% is a great habit, but it is designed to prevent battery wear over time. It does not directly impact your daily electricity expenses.

❌ Fast charge every time: Rapid commercial stations are perfect for road trips, but are much more expensive than home electricity. Relying on them daily will significantly increase your travel costs.

The winning strategy? Plug in overnight at home to keep your bills low, stay green, and support the grid! ⚡

Thinking a colder fridge means fresher food? Think again! 🦊❄️Having your fridge colder than the recommended temperature ...
19/05/2026

Thinking a colder fridge means fresher food? Think again! 🦊❄️
Having your fridge colder than the recommended temperature won't keep your groceries fresher for longer, it will just increase your energy usage and your bills. As the weather warms up this May, your fridge naturally works harder. Check your settings today: the Food Standards Agency recommends keeping fridges at a maximum of 5°C and freezers at roughly -18°C. Give your dial a quick check today to keep your usage right where it should be! 📉

Fixed or Variable… which one suits your lifestyle better?Choosing an energy tariff isn’t always straightforward - but un...
18/05/2026

Fixed or Variable… which one suits your lifestyle better?

Choosing an energy tariff isn’t always straightforward - but understanding the difference can help you make a more informed decision 💡

👉 Fixed tariffs can offer more stability and protection from price rises
👉 Variable tariffs give you more flexibility and the chance to benefit if prices fall

There’s no one-size-fits-all answer - it all depends on what matters most to you 👀

Which would you choose? ⬇️

Spring cleaning tip: Don't forget your radiators! 🦊🧹Now that the heating is switched off for the warmer months, May is t...
15/05/2026

Spring cleaning tip: Don't forget your radiators! 🦊🧹
Now that the heating is switched off for the warmer months, May is the perfect time for a quick seasonal reset. While you're dusting and decluttering, grab a radiator key and bleed your radiators!
Releasing any trapped air now prevents rust from building up over the summer. It ensures your system stays healthy and runs efficiently the next time you need it. A little maintenance today saves you a headache later!

👉Need more tips? Visit us at https://outfox.energy

This Mental Health Awareness Week, the theme is ‘Action’. 🤝We know that worrying about money can feel overwhelming – and...
12/05/2026

This Mental Health Awareness Week, the theme is ‘Action’. 🤝
We know that worrying about money can feel overwhelming – and energy bills are a big part of that for many households. But sometimes, the smallest action can lift the heaviest weight.

Taking a few minutes to review your budget, or simply talking to someone about a payment plan, can make a real difference to your peace of mind.

If your energy costs are causing you stress, please don’t keep it to yourself. Our UK-based team is here to listen, without judgement, and find a way forward together.

Give us a call on 📞0800 103 2702 – we’re ready to help. 💜

Moving into the warmer months doesn't mean you should lose track of your energy ☀️If you're still on an older meter, you...
08/05/2026

Moving into the warmer months doesn't mean you should lose track of your energy ☀️
If you're still on an older meter, your spring bills (and soon winter bills) might just be based on estimates! Upgrading to a smart meter with us means no more manual readings, no more guesswork, and billing that matches exactly what you use.

07/05/2026

Energy Quiz Answer ⚡️
Run a laptop for a year

University of Leicester researchers calculated that Qui‑Gon’s lightsaber outputs 6.96MW, using 21kWh of energy in just 11 seconds. That’s the same amount of electricity a laptop consumes over 365 days. Here’s the breakdown:

✅ Run a laptop for a year – A modern laptop uses about 20–30kWh annually, matching the lightsaber’s 11‑second burst.

❌ Boil a kettle daily – A kettle uses ~0.2kWh per boil → ~73kWh per year. That’s more than three times the lightsaber’s 21kWh.

❌ Drive an EV 50 miles – At an average of 3.8 miles per kWh, 50 miles needs ~13kWh – still less than the lightsaber’s 21kWh. Plausible but incorrect.

❌ Charge a phone once – A full charge uses just 0.01kWh. Tiny in comparison

So remember: what powers your laptop for a year, a lightsaber burns in eleven seconds. May the Force be with you – and your off switch.

👻⚡ Think leaving appliances on standby saves energy?…not quite 😅Even when devices look “off”, they can still quietly use...
07/05/2026

👻⚡ Think leaving appliances on standby saves energy?
…not quite 😅

Even when devices look “off”, they can still quietly use electricity - also known as phantom energy 👀

🦊 The good news?
Switching things off properly at the plug can help cut unnecessary energy use and keep your bills under control.

Small switch. Big difference. 💜⚡

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