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Content in this article What are vampire devices? What standby power means Why appliances still use electricity when switched off Does standby mode really use electricity? Standby vs sleep mode vs switched off Why small amounts of power add up How much electricity do appliances use on standby? How standby costs build over time Which […]

Content in this article How common is car crime in the UK? Where are drivers most affected by vehicle crime? Vehicle crime by location Why urban drivers face higher car crime risk Why rural motorists worry just as much about car crime What types of vehicle crime are most common? Common vehicle crime incidents Are […]

Content in this article What is a standing charge on energy bills? What does the standing charge pay for? Standing charges vs unit rates How much do standing charges cost in the UK? Annual cost of standing charges Why standing charges have increased Why are standing charges so controversial? Why low-usage households are hit hardest […]

Content in this article What is the Feed-in Tariff (FIT) scheme? What the FIT scheme pays for FIT and other renewable support schemes Who is still on the Feed-in Tariff? How many households are affected? How to check if you are on FIT? How are Feed-in Tariff payments calculated? FIT generation payments explained Export tariffs […]

Content in this article How many cars do UK households typically own? Car ownership by household type Has car ownership in the UK increased or decreased in recent years? How long do drivers typically keep their cars? How long UK drivers keep their cars Why are drivers keeping their cars for longer? What is the […]

Content in this article What is the UK energy price cap? How often does the energy price cap change? What is the UK energy price cap for January 2026? What changed in the January 2026 price cap? Why did electricity prices rise while gas prices fell? Who does the energy price cap apply to? Are […]