EV sales are rising way beyond forecasts, indicating that most of us are more than ready to make the switch The net zero transition is really a big invest-to-save plan. Saving the planet is obviously the main goal, but there are purely financial savings too if you take the long view: we pay upfront in
A new report casts doubt on claims that EV tyres and brakes produce more particulates than those of petrol and diesel cars Motoring organisation the RAC has commissioned an expert report from leading battery electrochemist Dr Euan McTurk to address what it calls ‘negative myths surrounding electric cars’, specifically those around non-exhaust emissions from brake and tyre wear.
EV charging is changing in June 2022 On 30th June 2022 the way we charge electric vehicles is going to change. That’s when The Electric Vehicles Smart Charge Point Regulations 2021 come into force (catchy title isn’t it!). Hang on. Don’t you just plug in and charge? Well in theory, yes. Charging your EV at home or work is
Renault has produced a diamond With six billion kilometres (3.7bn miles) covered by its more than 400,000 electric cars sold to date, it’s fair to say that Renault has some experience with electric vehicles. However, for most of the last 10 years the French brand has only had one main model — the Zoe — to showcase
A MAJOR law change which is set to be introduced this year will see all new homes and buildings equipped with electric car chargers have been hailed as “really effective”. It is expected that a law will be passed this year which will require all new houses and buildings to have electric vehicle charging stations.
A portfolio of 82 residential on-street electric vehicle (EV) charging sockets spread across west and north Northamptonshire has gone live. Two Northamptonshire councils have partnered for the portfolio, which is owned and operated by Liberty Charge and was delivering using its strategic partner Virgin Media O2. Two charging points have been installed at each site
A new solar-powered hub could charge up to 100 electric vehicles a day, according to the authority behind it. The hub is opening in the car park of Gamston Community Centre in Nottinghamshire. Rushcliffe Borough Council said the facility formed part of its carbon management plan and would, in time, largely be powered by natural
Stop trying to re-create your gas engine car from electricity and the answer will become clear. If you’re considering an electric vehicle, don’t make the mistake of buying one with too much range. Unlike combustion engine cars with virtually unlimited range, electric cars make the most sense when they have the right amount of range, not a
PETROL stations are predicted to become a thing of the past as electric vehicles allow drivers to fit charging more around their lifestyles. As electric vehicles become more popular drivers will be able to incorporate charging into day to day activities such as visiting a supermarket or while they are at work. That’s the view
We have picked the top EVs you can buy now in terms of range, efficiency and desirability ahead of a ban on fossil-fuelled cars by 2030 Thinking about buying an electric car? You’re not the only one. Plenty of British buyers are wondering about when to switch from petrol or diesel to an electric model and
