Second-hand EV sales double in last quarter, so what’s driving used demand as new electric sales falter? A spike in demand for used EVs has been reported by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, which says the number of pre-owned battery electric vehicles (BEVs) changing hands doubled in the third quarter of this year. A rise of 99.9
Switching to electric motoring doesn’t have to be expensive – take a look at our favourite affordable models Best affordable electric cars Buying an electric car is an investment, but it doesn’t have to be a pricey one. There are plenty of used electric cars on the market that come in at affordable price points.
Electrification is raising new challenges for compact models, as costly batteries push carmakers toward large, luxury EVs with high price tags. It’s 4 p.m. on a wet Monday in southeast London, and we’re trying to parallel park uphill, a necessary if unpleasant rite of passage for any city driver. Our electric car, a bright red Ora
Electric vehicles (EVs) have emerged as the fastest-selling fuel type in the used car market, surpassing petrol and diesel cars. According to Auto Trader, EVs took an average of just 27 and 25 days to sell in the previous month and the current month, respectively. In comparison, petrol and diesel cars are selling every 31
With living costs on the rise, getting a good deal on your next car is more important than ever. That’s where our Used Car Awards come in. These are our favourite electric cars… Credit where credit is due: Elon Musk has led Tesla to become one of today’s most popular car brands. He’s no stranger
From 2030 drivers won’t be able to buy new cars powered solely by petrol or diesel, but what does this mean for you and could the ban be delayed?… Under current Government plans, the sale of new cars powered solely by petrol and diesel will be banned from 2030. The move, announced in 2020, is
Renault will cease production of its Zoe electric car on 30 March 2024. It was already clear that there would be no new Zoe generation, but now the date has been set for the end of production at the Flins plant. Zoe has blazed a trail in her time. The electric Renault pioneer is making
Next year will see various well-priced EVs come to market, but let’s look at what are currently the most affordable It’s an exciting time in the electric car world at the moment, with more and more models going on sale. There is big news today, too, with Dacia’s announcement that it will bring its compact
The first in a new wave of Chinese electric cars stands out for its looks but little else in a crowded market There’s something to be said for making a splash when launching a new brand or product. Good or bad, an eye-catching design and an interesting name can help establish a brand in the
Finding a cheap electric car isn’t very easy, so we’ve done the hard work for you Finding a cheap electric car is still very difficult, but look in the right places and there are bargains to be had. Nowhere is that more clear than with our first contender, the Volkswagen e-up!. At the time of
