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Solar Panels for Car Dealerships

Reduce costs and demonstrate EV commitment

Typical System Size
50-200kW
Investment Range
£40,000-£150,000
Typical Payback
4-6 years

Car dealerships have large roof areas across showrooms, workshops, and covered forecourts. Solar installation reduces operational costs while supporting the transition to electric vehicles with on-site charging infrastructure.

With EV sales growing rapidly, dealerships installing solar and charging infrastructure position themselves as leaders in the electric transition, appealing to environmentally conscious customers.

Key Benefits for Car Dealerships

Large Roof Space

Showrooms and workshops typically have substantial flat roof areas ideal for solar

EV Transition

Solar-powered EV charging demonstrates commitment to electric vehicle future

Customer Experience

Offer free or subsidized EV charging for customers during service appointments

Brand Alignment

Support manufacturer sustainability initiatives and green brand positioning

How It Works: From Quote to Generation

Our streamlined process gets your car dealerships generating clean energy as quickly as possible

Step 1

Free Site Survey

Our engineers assess your roof, shading, electrical infrastructure, and energy consumption patterns to design the optimal system.

Step 2

Detailed Proposal

You receive a comprehensive proposal with system design, projected generation, financial modelling, and ROI calculations.

Step 3

Professional Installation

Our MCS-certified installers complete the work with minimal disruption to your business, typically within 3-7 days.

Step 4

Monitoring & Support

We set up 24/7 remote monitoring and provide ongoing maintenance to ensure peak performance for 25+ years.

Typical ROI for Car Dealerships

Car Dealerships benefit from strong returns on solar investment due to high daytime energy consumption and large available roof areas. Here is a typical example based on current UK electricity rates.

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Example: 50kW System

System size50 kW
Installation cost~£50,000
Annual generation42,500 kWh
Annual savings£12,750 - £15,300
Payback period3.3 - 3.9 years
25-year net profit£268,750+

Based on 30p/kWh grid rate, 75-85% self-consumption. Excludes tax benefits.

Finance Options

No Upfront Cost? No Problem.

We offer multiple financing routes so every car dealerships business can benefit from solar, regardless of available capital. Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) let you start saving from day one with zero upfront investment.

Cash purchase for maximum ROI (20%+ annual returns)
PPA with zero upfront cost (save 10-30% immediately)
Lease and hire purchase options available
100% capital allowance for tax savings
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0%
VAT on Solar
100%
Capital Allowance
£0
Upfront (PPA)
25+
Year Lifespan

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about solar panels for car dealerships

Solar Panels for Car Dealerships Across the UK

We install solar panels for car dealerships in every major UK city. Find your nearest installation team.

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