Advice
Practical, plain-English EV advice for drivers at every stage – whether you’re weighing up your first electric car or optimising the one on your driveway. Our guides cover the questions we’re asked most: what home charging really costs, how to use the public network without the headaches, whether a used EV makes sense, and what tax and policy changes mean for your wallet.
Everything here is written by the same expert team behind our electric car reviews, drawing on thousands of miles of real-world EV driving rather than manufacturer claims. Start with our buying guides for specific models, or dive into the fundamentals like vehicle-to-grid technology and charging explained.
For today’s headlines and policy developments as they break, head to our news section.
Advice
The different ways electric vehicles salary schemes can benefit a business
Electric vehicles are becoming an increasingly popular option for those wanting to reduce their impact on the planet.
How to charge an electric vehicle more cheaply
EV experts at LeaseElectricCar.co.uk have named the best ways drivers can get the most out of their car batteries and charge up…
Drivers can cut yearly running costs by 70% if they switch to an EV
Electric vehicles can cost around a quarter of the price to run as petrol and diesel cars, according to Volkswagen Financial Services…
“EV owners must be wary of unqualified recovery agents”
Owners of electric vehicles without breakdown cover could be in for a shock from unskilled recovery agents, Start Rescue has warned.
How long does it take to charge an electric car?
Charging time is a hot topic when it comes to electric cars. The onset of rapid charging means that being stranded for…
How much does it cost to charge an electric car?
There is still confusion surrounding EV charging and the cost involved. We address the key questions here
What are the different types of electric car plugs?
Electric car chargers have to navigate at least five different plugs, which can be confusing, but not if yo follow our guide
Ten ways to improve your electric car’s range
For many potential EV customers one of the biggest potential stumbling blocks before purchasing is ‘range anxiety’.
Why using an electric scooter is the smarter way to travel
Electric scooters are proving to be a very popular way to travel. They are relatively cheap and they can also be a…
The real true cost of going electric revealed
Charging an electric vehicle using a public charging point can cost almost 10 times more than charging up at home.